Squash And Caramelized Onion Scones

• 2 1/2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 None red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tsp white balsamic vinegar
• None None Squash Scones
• 3 1/4 cups self-rising flour, sifted
• 1/2 cup butter, chopped, softened
• 1/2 lb winter squash, cooked, mashed and cooled
• 1/2 cup buttermilk + extra to glaze
• 1 None egg, lightly beaten
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• None None sliced cheese, to serve
• None None tomato chutney, to serve

1. Preheat oven to 425u0b0F. Lightly grease and flour a baking tray.
2. For the caramelized onions, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Sweat onion for 6-8 mins, until tender. Add honey and vinegar. Cook, stirring, over low heat for 4-5 mins, until caramelized. Let cool.
3. Meanwhile, sift flour into a large bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add squash, buttermilk, egg, thyme and caramelized onions. Season. Quickly mix into a soft, sticky dough. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead lightly. Press into a 3/4 inch thick disc then cut into 16 - 2 1/2 inch rounds. Place close together on prepared tray and brush with extra buttermilk. Bake for 20-25 mins, or until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack.
4. Serve with sliced cheese and tomato chutney.

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