Bacon Cheddar Scallion Scones

INGREDIENTS

1/2 lb

Bacon, cooked

1/3 cup

Chives, fresh

1 tbsp

Baking powder

1 tsp

Salt

2 tsp

Sugar

2 cups

King arthur all-purpose flour or perfect pastry blend, Unbleached

4 tbsp

( 1/2 stick, 2 ounces) cold butter

7/8 cup

Heavy cream or whipping cream

1 cup

Very coarsely grated or diced cheddar cheese