Scones are best served when freshly made, but they do freeze well.

3-1/2	C	all-purpose flour
1	C	finely chopped walnuts
4	tsp.	baking powder
1	tsp.	salt
2/3	C	shortening or butter
1	C	whole milk
1/2	C	pure maple syrup
1/2	tsp.	maple flavoring

In a large bowl combine the flour, chopped walnuts, baking powder and salt. Using the pastry blender or two knives, cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Add the milk, 1/3 cup of the maple syrup, and the maple flavoring to the dry ingredients and mix lightly with a fork until the mixture clings together and forms a soft dough.

Place scones on a greased baking sheet. Pierce tops with a fork. Brush tops with remaining maple syrup. Bake 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown. Brush with any remaining maple syrup.