Cinnamon Walnut Scones
Posted by: Elaine Fri, 30 Apr 2004, at 9:39 a.m.
 

1-3/4 cups all purpose flour
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
4-1/2 tsp sugar
2-1/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter/margarine
2 eggs
1/3 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup buttermilk

In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients, cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine eggs and cream, stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
Turn onto a floured surface, gently pat into a 7-inch circle, 3/4 inch thick. Cut tino 8 widges. Separate wedges, place on a greased baking sheet. Brush to with buttermilk. Let rest 15 minutes. Bake at 450 degrees for 14-16 minutes, or until golden brown.

Optional: garnish with whole strawberries for the top