Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 220C/425F/Gas 7.

2. Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan, add the bacon and leek and fry for 3-4 minutes until the bacon is crisp.

3. Sift the flour and baking powder into a large bowl, add the butter and rub in until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

4. Add all the remaining ingredients except the egg, and combine well until a soft dough is formed.

5. Tip out onto a lightly floured surface and press or roll out to a thickness of 1-1/2 cm/ 1/2 in. Using a 6cm/ 2-1/2 in fluted cutter stamp out 10 scones.

6. Brush with a little beaten egg, then bake for 10-15 minutes until golden and risen.

Suitable for freezing.

Preparation Time: less than 30 mins

Cooking Time: 10 to 30 mins

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