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Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones

By Denise Pare-Watson

Leftovers are often overlooked, but to me, they are a source of countless opportunities.  For example, leftover Asiago Cheese mashed potatoes from our Easter gathering provided a wonderful chance to get creative.  The potatoes were so delicious I am surprised that we had any remaining!  There are endless ways to use the leftover mashed potatoes; for example salmon cakes, potato tatties, double-baked potato gratin, or Shepherd’s Pie.  A more unique way to use leftover mashed potatoes is in baking, therefore I was inspired to develop a recipe for Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones.  The chives add a distinct savoury flavour to the scones and are a must given that they are fresh from my spring garden.

Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones on a breadboard | urbnspice.com
Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones

In one of my Culinary Historians posts during the celebration of Canada150 “The Art of Doing Without,” I wrote about the many uses for the lowly potato during times of austerity. Potato scones, made from leftover mashed potatoes were featured and utilized bacon fat renderings.  They are very delicious and also very attractive with their little flecks of bacon fat showing through the baked layers.  The Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones are a variation of this simple recipe.  The Asiago Cheese and the Greek Yogurt add a layer of tangy flavour to the scone mixture, and the chives give them a fresh spring taste. The appealing flavour and texture will not disappoint!

A tray of baked Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones | urbnspice.com

Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones

Yield:  15 – 18 scones (2.5 inches each)

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour or gluten free flour blend
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold, cut into small chunks
  • 1/2 cup shredded Asiago Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced chives or finely sliced green onion
  • 1 cup well seasoned mashed potatoes, cooled  (from leftovers)
  • 1/2 cup cream or milk
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten with a little water to loosen
A tray of Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones cooling | urbnspice.com

METHOD:

  1. Preheat the oven to 425oF/220oC.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
  3. Using a pastry cutter, or your fingers, cut in the pieces of cold butter until it looks like coarse crumbs.
  4. Mix in the shredded Asiago cheese, chives and the mashed potato.  Mix lightly through the mixture to incorporate.
  5. Combine the cream and yogurt together.  Add this to the scone mixture and stir just until the dough comes together.  The dough will appear somewhat raggedy.
  6. Turn the dough onto a floured board.   Using a rolling pin, flatten the dough to a ¾ inch thick.  Fold the dough over in half onto itself and flatten again to a ¾ inch thick.  Repeat this step one more time. CHEF TIP:  The technique of folding over the dough onto itself helps to create the many layers in the scone dough. 
  7. Form the dough into a rough square (it will be approximately a 12” square).  It is important not to over-handle the dough.   Over-handling the dough will result in tough scones. The goal is to work rather quickly so that the small pieces of butter in the dough remain cool until the scones are placed into the hot oven.
  8. Cut the dough into 2 ½ inch – 3-inch squares.  CHEF TIP:  Cutting the scone dough into squares rather than using a round cutter is an excellent way to ensure that the dough is not over-handled (i.e.:  there are no scraps of dough to re-gather to cut again).
  9. Place the scones on a parchment lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart to allow for expansion.
  10. Brush the scones lightly with the egg wash.
  11. Bake for 15 – 17 minutes or until the scones are golden. Serve the scones with a hearty soup or stew, or enjoy on their own hot from the oven.  Don’t forget to slather them with salted butter!  These scones are delicious served hot, warm or at room temperature.  They are ideal for brunch or dinner.  Refrigerate or freeze any leftovers – rewarm.  Enjoy!
Asiago Cheese and Chive Scone dough | urbnspice.com
The scone dough appears raggedy before forming into a rough square
Cutting the Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones | urbnspice.com
It is more efficient to cut the scones into squares
A tray of baked Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones | urbnspice.com
Flaky buttery Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones

WHAT ELSE CAN I DO WITH THIS RECIPE?

Mini Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones: To make mini Asiago Cheese and Chive scones, cut each square diagonally into two pieces.  This will make 36 mini triangular shaped scones.  Bake them for approximately 8 – 10 minutes or until golden in colour.

Asiago Scones are stacked on a board

LEARNING TIPS:  

Please CLICK the link above to access my Urb’n’Spice LEARNING TIPS, which are listed alphabetically on the Learning Tips blog post under the following subheadings:

  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven Temperature Accuracy
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Enjoy my recipe for Asiago Cheese and Chive Scones.  Do you have more recipes using leftover mashed potatoes?  Please feel free to leave me a comment below.

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Denise Paré-Watson

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Sources:

Making Something from Nothing – The Art of Doing Without

Food Waste – A Discussion by Food Bloggers of Canada

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  1. Ron says

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    These look yummy Denise. I use mashed potatoes in a couple of breads I make, but I’ve never used them for scones. I love your breadboard, I bet it has some history.

    • Denise Pare-Watson says

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      Thanks very much, Ron! I have used mashed potatoes in bread as well (have you tried the Lucky Irish Potato Buns?). Mashed potatoes are such a great ingredient for both texture and flavour, aren’t they? Yes, that breadboard certainly has a history – it is circa 1860 Canadiana Bread Board. Can you imagine how many breads this lovely antique piece has had a part in creating? I feel blessed to own this treasure. All the best to you

  2. Sabrina says

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    This is a wonderful recipe, I too love to use leftovers AND I love potato breads so this is a total win win! Perfect use for my garden chives too, thanks Denise!

    • Denise Pare-Watson says

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      Potato breads are awesome, aren’t they, Sabrina? One of my other favourites is another post called Irish Potato buns – so good! I hope you love these scones as much as I do.

  3. Jessica says

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    YUM! I love savoury scones and this flavour combination sounds delicious!

    • Denise Pare-Watson says

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      You would love these scones, Jessica. They are quite yummy. Thanks so much for visiting Urbnspice. 🙂

  4. Elaine Nessman says

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    What a great way to use up leftover potatoes and those little bits of cheese hanging around in the fridge! Cheese and chives–a favourite flavour combination. Wish I was in your kitchen right now, but these will be coming out of my kitchen soon!

    • Denise Pare-Watson says

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      I would love it if you were in my kitchen right now, Elaine 🙂 I expect we are kindred spirits. These scones are deliciously savoury and so great with a hearty soup like Chicken Pot Pie soup or Cauliflower Cheddar Chowder. You will love them!

  5. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

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    Our garden is overflowing with chives right now so this is perfect timing! As much as I enjoy a sweet scone, I think savoury is my fave! These sound and look absolutely scrumptious, Denise 🙂

    • Denise Pare-Watson says

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      Thanks so much, Dawn! Chives are such a great addition to these savoury scones – I hope you love them! 🙂

  6. Julia says

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    What a fantastic and creative way to use up leftover potatoes! I would never ever think of something like this. I bet they were wonderful

    • Denise Pare-Watson says

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      Thanks so much Julia. Yes, they were wonderful and very tasty!

  7. Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli says

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    What a fantastic use of leftover potatoes! I am loving all the ingredients, plus biscuits and scones are my favorites 🙂 . They look wonderful, Denise, also love the square shape!

    • Denise Pare-Watson says

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      Thank you for your kind words, Nicoletta. It means a lot to me coming from a fellow baker. I must agree with you that my favourite thing is also making biscuits and scones. Happy baking!

  8. Terri says

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    I love leftover mashed potato recipes and this one looks so unique! I love that you ‘reinvented’ leftover potatoes and made them into a new and exciting recipe, as I agree, they are often overlooked ! Pinning to my leftovers reinvented board!

    • Denise Pare-Watson says

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      Thanks, Terri! I think that you will enjoy these scones. 🙂

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