SENTIMENTAL SETTING
Invite dear friends to sit a spell for fellowship, books, and cups of exquisite herbal blends. Accents spanning a palette of dusty rose and teal mingle atop the table, with floral designs skimming across china and ribbons draped elegantly along the center. A captivating arrangement of ‘Cappuccino’ roses, ‘Café au Lait’ ranunculus, and butterfly ranunculus stands tall amid stacks of books. Savory bites fill plates with reimagined yet familiar flavors like sherried mushrooms and country ham, while a selection of sweet treats completes the scene.
Country Ham Scones
MAKES 8
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
½ cup diced country ham
1 cup plus 1 teaspoon heavy whipping cream, divided
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large egg
1. Preheat oven to 425°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
In the work bowl of a food processor, place flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; pulse until combined. Add cold butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse
