Now, I realize that scones originated in Scotland, so hopefully no one gets upset that I’m trying to make a connection between scones and the Irish.
I know, being St. Patrick’s day, I could have posted about one of many great Irish dishes, like Irish Soda bread or Corned Beef and Cabbage, which ring out of St. Paddy’s day to me and many others. But, Karen over at Lavender and Lovage set the challenge of scones for the Tea Time Treats challenge for March, and I wanted to find a way to tie the holiday in. A hint of green from the pistachios seemed like the way to go
These scones are nice and crumbly, slightly sweet, and have a great nutty flavor from the pistachios. The lemon flavor is very subtle, and could be upped a bit if you’d like it to ring out a bit more.
Happy St Patrick’s Day!
Pistachio Scones
Yield: 8 scones
Adapted from Doubleday Cookbook
Ingredients
1 1/2 c (185g) flour
1/4 c (55g) sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp lemon zest
4 Tbsp (55g) butter
1/3 c (40g) chopped, shelled pistachios
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 Tbsp milk
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 425F (225C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and lemon zest. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in pistachios. Add egg and milk, mixing until moistened. (You may need to knead a bit with your hands to get the dough to come together. You’ll be tempted to add more milk, but don’t.)
3. Roll out into roughly a 1/2″ thick rectangle. Cut in to triangles.
4. Place on an un-greased cookie sheet. Bake for 12-15 min, until golden.
5. Remove scones from the oven and let cool on a wire rack 1-2 minutes before eating.
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Sarah is one of Curious Cuisiniere’s founding duo. Her love for cultural cuisines was instilled early by her French Canadian Grandmother. Her experience in the kitchen and in recipe development comes from years working in professional kitchens. She has traveled extensively and enjoys bringing the flavors of her travels back to create easy-to-make recipes.
Brenda Lane
Sunday 3rd of September 2017
I love scones
Marlys @Thisand That
Sunday 24th of March 2013
I love scones and this is a perfect scone recipe. Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday.
virginiaplantation
Saturday 12th of May 2012
These look so good! I am opening a bed and breakfast in Virginia so I am always looking for some good recipes! Thanks!
SarahJ
Tuesday 15th of May 2012
Thanks! Scones are great on a breakfast menu. They're simple enough to be a daily staple, but can have so much versatility. Good luck with your bed and breakfast!
Elizabeth Watson
Sunday 15th of April 2012
I make scones quite often, but I never thought of using pistachio nuts. My husband loves them, so I will have to try this. Thanks!