Recipe: Apple Cheddar Nut Scones

APPLE CHEDDAR NUT SCONES

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup margarine or butter
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
8 ounces (2 cups) shredded cheddar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup unsalted sunflower nuts
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup Mott's regular apple sauce

Heat oven to 400 degrees F.

In medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Using pastry blender or fork, cut in margarine until mixture is crumbly. Stir in cheese and nuts. Add applesauce; stir just until moistened.

On floured surface, knead dough gently 5 or 6 times. Place on ungreased cookie sheet; press into 8-inch circle, about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into wedges; separate slightly.

Bake at 400 degrees F for 12 to 16 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.

Serving suggestion: Serve these with chili.

Makes 8 servings
Source: MOTT'S Apple Sauce Recipe Booklet