Kale and Cheddar Scones

I am guessing we all love this time of the year known as pumpkin Season.  When I was looking around for kale recipes to make use of what is in the garden, I came across this scone recipe that brought in the Fall flavor of pumpkin.  Ok, seriously, this is eye rolling good!  I have mentioned before that I am not a baker.  This was easy, and felt more comfortable to me because of the savory ingredients.  If you are looking for a tasty way to raise the bar on eating your greens, this is the recipe for you.

Kale and Cheddar Scones

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2 c. kale leaves

2 c. flour

1/2 tsp. salt

1 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp. baking powder

1 T. sugar

1/3 c. cold butter

1 egg

3/4 c. buttermilk

1/4 c. pumpkin puree

3/4 c. cheddar cheese, grated

Preheat oven to 375.

Steam the kale for a minute or 2, just to blanch.  I did this in the microwave with 1 T. water on high for 1 minute.  Squeeze out any excess water and chop fine.

Blend the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder and sugar together.  Cut in the cold butter with a pastry blender or fork,

In a small beat the egg, then add the buttermilk, continue to beat until well combined.  Add egg mixture, pumpkin, kale and cheese to the flour mix.  Mix with a fork just until combined.

Form dough into a 10" circle and cut into 8 wedges.  Place wedges on a parchment lined baking sheet.  Bake for 25 minutes until lightly browned.