What if I told you, you could make a delicious, light, flaky savoury scone using only three ingredients?  Its true! You can and these lovely scones are just that!  

I almost couldn't believe it when I read the recipe.  Three ingredients?  How could that be?  What would they turn out like?   I just had to try them out first hand. Three Ingredient Cheese Scones.

 

I was very pleasantly surprised.  I did not expect such positive results.  These were light, flaky and savoury.  Chock full of cheese.

 

Light, flaky and savoury scones that really do use only three ingredients.  Not only that, but they go together in a flash! What more could a person ask for!

 

These literally go together in about five minutes.  Seriously!  I kid you not!

 

You can put these together in about 5 minutes, pop them into the oven, bake and be enjoying them in less than half an hour. I was literally amazed at the speed and ease of preparation!

 

All you need is self-raising flour (self-rising), grated cheddar cheese and plain yogurt.  That's it! Three simple ingredients.

Three ingredients I always, always have in my refrigerator. Refrigerator basics and of course the flour. I always keep a variety of flours on hand.  Plain, self-raising, whole wheat, whole wheat self-raising, and a variety of bread flours. 

 

Did you know that you can keep your flour in the freezer?  In fact when it comes to whole grain or specialty flours that you may only use occasionally, it is the best way to keep them without them gong to waste.  

 

Simply pop the flour into a sealed container and then put it into the freezer. It will keep for ages and ages.  Just measure it out for any recipe you need it for and bring it to room temperature prior to using. Its that simple.

 

You can easily make your own self raising flour.  Simply add 1 1/2 tsp of baking powder and 1/4 tsp salt  for every 140g/1 cup of plain flour.  Easy peasy!  

Putting these scones together is a real doddle. You measure the cheese and the flour together into a bowl and then stir with a fork to combine. Once you have done that, you then stir in the yogurt to make a soft dough.  Pat the  out to a rectangle . . .  cut . . .  then bake.

 

I love that you simply cut the dough into rectangles rather than stamping them out with a round cutter. No waste and no rerolling of scraps.

 

That means that they all turn out perfect.  Re-rolled/patted scones can sometimes come out a bit wonky and they won't rise quite as much.  They will also be not quite as tender.

 

These rise really nice and tall  . . .  and are so flaky. Use a sharp knife to cut them into the rectangles.

 

I like to use a nice strong cheddar for plenty of flavour when I am baking. The stronger the cheese the more flavour.   You also  have the option of sprinkling more cheese  on top  prior to baking for a lovely finish. I say why not!  More cheese please!!

 

These are lovely just served  plain and on their own.  They are excellent split and spread with softened butter.

 

And why not.  A bit of butter elevates the taste of anything in my opinion. Well, all things savoury at any rate!

 

Look at that lovely texture of these.  Isn't it beautiful?  I think they are just perfect! 

 

These are wonderful served for breakfast with butter, and yes, even jam.  Cheese and jam go really well together.  

They are wonderful served with salads also for a nice light lunch.

  

They are also pretty wonderful served with soups or, or stews for dinner.  

 

These are quitet lovely no matter what or when you serve them.  I can almost guarantee that they are sure to always be well received!

 

I found the original recipe written on a scrap of paper.  I suspect I had copied it out from a magazine at the Dentists or Doctor once upon a time.  I adapted it to use both Metric and American measurements.  You're welcome

 

Marmite  . . .  it is a love it or loathe it type of thing.  My husband enjoys it just spread on buttered bread.  Myself, I have never quite warmed up to the idea of simply spreading it on bread, although I do quite enjoy it cooked into things.  I used to add it to stews and things when I lived in Canada, and I also do that here.   

Spaghetti with Marmite is one of my favourite things to eat, and at Christmas I enjoy Twiglets, which are like marmite flavoured wheat sticks.  Having said that, however . . .  if my husband has been eating Marmite on bread he is not allowed to kiss me.  I can't just can't do it  . . . 

 

As you all know, February is the month of celebrating Love and Lovers and a time when many of us like to gift the special person in our life with something really unique and special.  

 

Marmite, one of Britain's most iconic condiment has had a makeover this year just for this purpose.  Renowned for dividing the country between lovers and haters, the famous marmite jar is available for lovers this year with a very unique and special twist, created for specifically for lovers by the Engraver's Guild of London.

 

 

Isn't it beautiful? This solid silver lid showcases a unique Valentine's design that has been engraved using special Diamond Tip Cutters.  

 

Showcased in the centre of the lid is your marmite lover's name, along with  a baby cupid shooting a cloud of floating hearts, whilst around the edge is a simple statement which says  . . .  "I Love you even more than marmite!" 

 

This reusable Marmite lid is solid 925 sterling silver and made in England, featuring the hallmark of the Birmingham Assay Office. Available from Engravers Guild of London, the personalised gifts retailer, the lids are £79 and can be previewed with your lover’s name online. Elliot Bishton, the founder of Engravers Guild of London, said: “Marmite is famous the world-over for inspiring strong emotions and we thought it would make the perfect expression of love this Valentine’s Day. The silver Marmite lid is a truly unique piece and will be treasured for very many years.” 

The Valentine’s Marmite Lid can be viewed and purchased here: https://www.engraversguild.co.uk/silver-marmite-lid-engraved/valentines-silver-marmite-lid-250g/ 

Each silver lid comes complete with the 250g jar of Marmite.  If I had been thinking, I would have had Todd's name engraved on the lid, however no matter . . .  he will just have to ask me for access to its contents!!  😁

 

As I said, the way that I enjoy marmite most is in cooked and baked things.  To me that is where it's unique flavour really shines. 

 

Hello Cheese & Marmite Scones!  YUM!

 

These are a savoury scone as opposed to a sweet scone, and are perfectly at home alone as is, or served along side a delicious soup or salad. 

 

They are created using a combination of plain self raising flour and whole meal/whole wheat flour, which to me means they are a tad bit healthier than the norm.  Added fibre is a good thing.

 

Just look at the lovely rise of these scones, and that beautiful texture . . . 

 

In addition to some Marmite for flavouring there the flavour of strong cheddar cheese, both in the dough for the scones themselves, and then sprinkled on top prior to baking  . . . 

  

I served them warm and spread with butter, along with some Branston's pickle and more cheese  . . .

 

Cold meats would also be lovely . . .  think ham, or smoked turkey  . . .

 

Smoked salmon would also be nice with these.  They would be great taken on picnics or in lunch boxes.

 

They would be excellent alongside a hot bowl of soup . . .  mmmm  . . . tomato immediately springs to mind!  That would be so delicious!

  

No matter how you choose to enjoy them, I can make you this promise  . . .  you WILL enjoy them!  I am certain of that! 

 

Many thanks to the Engravers Guild for sending me this beautiful and unique gift.  It is truly lovely.  I do think it would make a beautiful gift for the marmite lover in your life this Valentines day! 

  

Note - although I was sent this silver lid free of charge I was not required to write a positive review.  Any and all opinions are entirely my own. 

 

I am a huge fan of scones.  They are such a lovely treat, especially at the weekend.

These are  a cross between a pastry and a North American Biscuit . . .  there are about as many varieties of scones that you can come with as your imagination can dream up!  

 

Today I baked us some Honey & Date Scones . . .  I love dates and I love honey . . .  the two have very similar qualities . . .  both being sticky and sweet . . . 

 

These are biscuits as in the North American type of biscuits.  Not cookies. Not scones.  Biscuits. Similar to a scone in many respects, but totally different in many others.  For the most part biscuits are savoury, whilst scones are somewhat sweet.  

Both are quick breads, in that they use baking powder and or soda for a leaven instead of yeast and don't require  a long rising time.  In the UK biscuits are what are known as cookies in North America.  Are you confused yet?  I hope not!

 

A holiday meal gave me the opportunity to use this lovely bread cloth that my friend Monique sent me for my birthday in August. Its so pretty don't you think?  I didn't have a bread cloth to line my bread basket.  

I have been using a napkin, so it was really lovely to have a proper bread cloth to use this time around. Thank you Monique!  I know that I thanked you at the time, but I don't think it hurts to thank someone more than once!

 

These lovely biscuits are a beautiful addition to any holiday meal.  They are incredibly light and fluffy and very moist, not dry.  

There is a hefty amount of butter in them which gives them buttery flaky layers  . . . mmmm . . . .

 

At the same time the buttermilk helps to make them moist and to rise even more than usual biscuits.

 

They are quick to make, which makes them a great addition to a family meal when you are busy doing all sorts of other things.  

Having a bread that you can throw together at the last minute just makes sense! 

 

And there is NO waste. No re rolling of scraps, Nada  . . .  you just pat the dough out, and cut into rectangles with a sharp knife! 

 Easy peasy!  A final brush with some melted butter just prior to baking seals the deal.

 

Just look at those beautiful  flaky layers  . . . . 

 

Of course you are doing to want to eat them while they are warm  . . .

 

Spread with even more butter  . . .  oh so tasty!

 

I confess . . . one of these didn't even make it to the table.  I enjoyed a sneaky snack in the kitchen with some butter and jam.  Oh boy  . . .

  

More than a bit naughty of me  . . .  but, very  . . .  very nice!  Adapted from a recipe found on Land O' Lakes.