"Adapted from and with thanks to King Arthur Flour and Bakeaholic Mama...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 pound bacon, cooked until chewy, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
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1/3 cup brown sugar
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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1/4 cup pecan pieces
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1 tablespoon melted butter
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1 tablespoon of reserved bacon fat, melted
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 pinch freshly grated or ground nutmeg
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) cold butter
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1 cup cold buttermilk or acidified milk (See Cook's Notes)