Breakfast

Ham and Cheese Scones

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons sugar

4 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

10 tablespoons (1 stick plus 2 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted

8 ounces (2 cups) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

10-ounce package deli ham, chopped

1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

1 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup sour cream

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Drizzle in the melted butter, then stir well. Stir in 11/2 cups of the Cheddar, the ham and chives.

In a small bowl, whisk together the cream and sour cream. Add to the dough and stir just until everything is moistened and the dough sticks together.

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Using your hands, form it into a round that is 1 inch thick and 10 inches in diameter. Cut the round into 8 wedges and transfer each to the prepared baking sheet. Freeze until ready to bake (at least 10 minutes).

When ready to bake, heat the oven to 375 degrees. Ensure that the scones are evenly spaced on the baking sheet with several inches between them. Sprinkle them with the remaining cheese. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden and slightly firm. Cool slightly on the pan. Serve warm. Makes 8 servings.

Per serving: 560 calories, 340 calories from fat, (59 percent of total calories), 38 g fat (23 g saturated, 1 g trans fats), 125 mg cholesterol, 40 g carbohydrate, 19 g protein, 1 g fiber, 840 mg sodium.