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For the scones: Place an oven rack in the middle of the oven.
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a silpat or parchment paper.
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Set aside.
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In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the flour, sugar, baking powder, rosemary, salt, and butter until the mixture resembles a coarse meal.
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Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl.
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Gradually stir in the cream until the mixture forms a dough.
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On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the dough into a 1/2-inch thick, 10-inch circle.
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Using a 3-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out heart-shaped pieces of dough and put on the prepared baking sheet.
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Gently knead together any leftover pieces of dough and roll out to 1/2-inch thick.
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Cut the dough into more heart shapes and add to the baking sheet.
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Using an index finger or a small, round measuring spoon, gently make an indentation in the center of each pastry heart.
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Spoon a heaped 1/2 teaspoon of jam into each indentation.
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Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
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Transfer the cooked scones onto a wire rack and cool for 30 minutes.
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For the glaze: In a medium bowl, mix together the lemon juice and powdered sugar until smooth.
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Gradually add the water until the mixture is thin enough to spread.
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Using a spoon, drizzle the glaze over the scones.
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Let the glaze set for about 30 minutes.
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Serve or store in an airtight plastic container for 2 days.
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Cook's Note: The dough can also be made by hand by stirring together the flour, sugar, baking powder, rosemary, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
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Add the butter.
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Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles a coarse meal.
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Gradually stir in the cream until the mixture forms a dough.