Cranberry-Orange Spice Scones

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees

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   In a 1- to 2-quart pan over low heat, heat milk until small bubbles form around the edge.

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   Do not boil.

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   Remove from heat.

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   Add tea bags and cranberries, submerging them as much as possible.

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   Let sit until cool to the touch.

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   Squeeze liquid from bags into milk.

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   Discard bags.

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   In a medium bowl, stir butter and sugar until blended.

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    Mix in eggs.

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    Add baking powder and 1 3/4 cups flour; stir until incorporated.

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    Stir in cranberry mixture until blended.

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    Place dough on a lightly floured board and sprinkle top lightly with flour.

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    Pat into a 1-inch-thick round.

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    Cut into 8 wedges, dipping the knife in flour between each cut.

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    Place wedges on a buttered or oiled baking sheet.

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    Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until center springs back when lightly touched.

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    Serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.