1. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cayenne pepper and salt. 2. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 3. Stir in the cheese. 4. Add the buttermilk all at once, stirring with a fork to make a soft, sticky dough. 5. With lightly floured hands, press the dough into a ball. 6. On a lightly floured surface, knead gently 10 times. 7. Pat out the dough into a 3/4-inch thick round. 8. Using a 2-1/2-inch floured cutter, cut out rounds. 9. Place on a ungreased baking sheet. 10. Gather up the scraps and repat dough once; cut out more rounds. 11. Brush the tops of the scones with egg. 12. Bake in a 425 degree F oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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