Nutty Maple Scones

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   Preheat oven to 350*.

2. 2

   Oil and flour a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Ina large bowl, with a fork, combine flour, nuts, salt and baking powder.

4. 4

   With food processor or by hand, cut in butter until it resembles coarse meal.

5. 5

   Whisk together maple syrup and cream.

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   Form a well in the center of the dry ingredients and slowly pour in the liquids; mix lightly with fork just until the mixture holds together in a soft dough.

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   Turn dough onto floured surface and knead gently eight times.

8. 8

   With lightly floured rolling pin, roll the dough to 2 inches thick.

9. 9

   Cut with a biscuit cutter and place on baking sheet about 2 inches apart.

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    Brush with additional maple syrup.

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    Bake 15 - 20 minutes or until golden.

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