"Only lightly sweetened, these scones can be served at any time of day—with butter and jam at breakfast or teatime, or in place of dinner rolls. They also can be filled with a slice of smoked ham and served as a party appetizer...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
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1/2 cup (1 stick) cold butter, diced
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1 cup coarsely grated cheddar
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1/2 cup chopped pecans
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1/2 teaspoon maple extract