Apple-Cheddar Scones - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup crushed walnuts
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup applesauce

Preparation

Heat oven to 400\u00b0.
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 apple sauce; 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 for 12 to 16 minutes or until lightly browned.
Serve warm.