Cheddar-Dill Scones

 Ingredients

4 cups plus 1 tbsp all purpose flour
2 tabsp baking powder
2 tsp salt
3/4 pound unsalted butter, diced
4 extra large eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup cold heavy cream
1/2 pound extra sharp cheddar cheese, diced
1 cup minced fresh dill
1 egg beaten wth 1 tbsp of water or milk for egg wash

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees
2. Combine 2 cups flour, baking powder and salt in the bowl.
3. Cut in butter until dough forms pea sized crumbles.
4. In a separate bowl mix eggs and heavy cream then stir into the crumb mixture. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
   
5. In a separate bowl, toss 1 tbsp flour with cheddar and dill, then add to the mixture until evenly incorporated
6. Dump onto a floured surface and knead for about 1 minute.
7. Shape into a round shape about 3/4" thick and cut into wedge-shaped slices
8. Brush with egg wash
9. Bake on a parchment lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes.