Fruited Buttermilk Scones -

1 Peach or nectarine, diced

2 ts Baking powder

1/2 ts Orange peel, grated

1/4 ts Baking soda

1/2 c Buttermilk

1/2 c Butter, small pieces

1/4 ts Nutmeg

4 tb Maple syrup

3 minutes. Shape into a dome. Place on lightly oiled cookie sheet, and bake at

350 degrees for 15 minutes. Then, with sharp knife, score top into quarters, making cut 1/2" deep. Continue baking another

20 minutes; top will be golden brown when finished. --