From the goodness of milk, to the richness and variety of cheese and yogurt; as part of a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle, dairy products are naturally delicious, versatile and a source of many essential nutrients.
Three servings from the “milk, yogurt and cheese” food group are recommended each day as part of a healthy, balanced diet. Between the ages of 9-18 years, 5 servings per day are recommended. Examples of one serving include 200ml of milk, 125ml pot of yogurt or 25g (match-box size piece) of hard cheese.
We’ve teamed up with the National Dairy Council to provide you with a daily dairy fix! Try these easy, cheesy scones that are sure to be a hit with the whole family!
Preparation time: less than 30 mins
Cooking time: 10 to 15 mins (Makes 8-12)
Ingredients:
- 225g self-raising flour
- 55g pure Irish butter
- 25g mature Irish cheddar cheese, grated
- 150ml milk
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Preparation and Baking:
- Heat the oven to 220°C / 425°F / Gas 7. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Mix together the flour (and salt) and rub in the butter.
- Stir in the cheese and then the milk to get a soft dough.
- Turn on to a floured work surface and knead very lightly. Pat out to a round 2cm / ¾in thick. Use a 5cm / 2in cutter to stamp out rounds and place on the baking sheet. Lightly knead together the rest of the dough and stamp out more scones to use it all up.
- Brush the tops of the scones with a little milk. Bake for 12-15 minutes until well risen and golden.
- Cool on a wire rack.
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National Dairy Week runs from the 12th – 18th May, 2014. Organised by The National Council in association with SuperValu, the week creates an opportunity to showcase the excellence of our pasture based dairy farming and produce – from farm to fridge; and also to highlight the quality, versatility and nutritious benefits of dairy within our lives, as part of a healthy, balanced diet.
Thanks are also extended to The Irish Nutrition & Dietetic Institute (INDI), Agri Aware, Macra Na Feirme and Teagasc who are all developing initiatives to support the campaign. The NDC is encouraging members of the farming and co-op community to get behind National Dairy Week at whatever level possible.
