Apple Cheddar Scones - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup cold butter or 1/3 cup margarine
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
1 cup diced peeled apple

Preparation

In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients.
Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in buttermilk just until moistened.
Gently fold in the cheese and apples.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times.
Pat into a 9-inch circle.
Cut into eight wedges.
Separate wedges and place on a greased baking sheet.
Bake at 450 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.