CREAMY APPLE SCONES - Sue Hendricks

Directions

1. 1Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in frying pan. Add apples and cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until tender and water from apples is almost evaporated. Remove from heat and set aside. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in remaining 4 tablespoons of butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add whipping cream and apples, mix by hand until mixture forms a ball. Remove to a floured surface and knead six times. Pat dough out into an 8-10 inch circle. Sprinkle with granulated sugar and cut into 12 pie-shaped wedges, separating each wedge slightly. Bake in a 400°F oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with a pat of butter. Serves 12