Apple Pear Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. 2
   In large bowl, stir flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
3. 3
   With pastry blender, cut in cold, diced butter until coarse crumbs form.
4. 4
   Stir in fruit.
5. 5
   Stir in buttermilk gradually, tossing with a fork until moist clumps form.
6. 6
   Transfer dough to lightly floured board. Knead lightly, about 4 turns. Do not over-handle!
7. 7
   Pat lightly and shape into 9 inch round.
8. 8
   With floured knife or pizza cutter, cut round into 8 wedges; sprinkle with remaining sugar.
9. 9
   Separate wedges onto ungreased cookie sheet, allowing 1/2 inch between each.
10. 10
    Bake 22-28 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.