old-fasioned cranberry scones

3 c. (750 mL) Western Family All-Purpose Flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. (3 mL) salt
4 tsp. (20 mL) Western Family baking powder
1/2 tsp. (3 mL) baking soda
1/2 c. (125 mL) sugar
1/4 c. (60 mL) cold butter
1 c. (250 mL) fresh/frozen cranberries*
10 tbsp. (150 mL) applesauce
1-175g tub 1-2% plain yogurt
Grated peel of 1 large orange
*Do not thaw if using frozen cranberries.

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl; mix well.

2. Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut in butter to the size of peas. Add cranberries; mix well.

3. In a small bowl, combine applesauce, yogurt and peel. Add to dry ingredients bowl; mix gently, with your hands, making sure you leave the dough only just combined - do not knead.

4. Remove dough from bowl to a floured board. Divide in half. Use your hands to gently pat each half into a circle about 8" (20 cm) in diameter.

5. Cut each circle into 8 wedges. Place on a cookie sheet, making sure that scones do not touch each other.

6. Bake about 18-25 minutes or until browned. Cool on a rack.
Makes 16 scones

Nutrient analysis per serving:
151 calories, 3 grams protein, 27 grams carbohydrates, 3.3 grams of fat per serving

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