Directions:
- Combine 1/2 cup of dried cherries (or other dried fruit) with 2 tablespoons brandy or apricot nectar.
- Let stand for 15 minutes.
- Combine dry ingredients (flour, sugar, salt, baking powder).
- Cut the shortening into the dry ingredients well.
- Add pecans.
- Make a 'hole' in the center of the dried mixture.
- Stir together well beaten egg and half-and-half.
- Add egg and fruit mixtures to dry ingredients all at once.
- Using a fork, stir just until moistened.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
- Knead for 12 to 15 strokes.
- Form dough into a 7 inch circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
- Place scones 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Brush tops with 1 tbsp half-and-half, sprinkle with 2 tsp sugar.
- Bake in a 400 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with maple-nut butter posted on this site, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 427.14 Kcal (1788 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 222.6 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 24.73g | 38% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 24.85mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 921.23mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 336.51mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbs | 44.72g | 15% | |
| Sugars | 4.97g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.02g | 20% | |
| Protein | 6.63g | 13% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 213.9mg | 21% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 383.03 Kcal (1604 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 199.62 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 22.18g | 38% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 22.28mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 826.1mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 301.76mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbs | 40.1g | 15% | |
| Sugars | 4.46g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5g | 20% | |
| Protein | 5.94g | 13% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 191.9mg | 21% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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