Cranberry Pistachio Scones

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A buttery-rich scone is nothing more than a glorified biscuit—made even more delicious with sweet and savory twists. From southern living's facebook page -- easy, irresistible scones; originally published in southern living, december 2010.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 450.

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Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.

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Cut butter into flour mixture with a pastry blender until crumbly and mixture resembles small peas.

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Freeze 5 minutes.

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Add 3 / 4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cream , cranberries , and pistachios , stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.

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Turn dough out onto wax paper.

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Gently press or pat dough into a 7-inch round.

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Cut round into 8 wedges.

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Place wedges 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet.

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Brush tops of wedges with remaining 2 tablespoons cream just until moistened.

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Bake at 450 for 13 to 15 minutes or until golden.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, butter, whipping cream, dried sweetened cranberries, pistachios