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Spectacular Chocolate Chip Scones

3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped nuts
2 cups whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Additional granulated sugar

1. Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet.
2. Stir together flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder and salt in large bowl. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.
3. Stir whipping cream into flour mixture, stirring just until ingredients are moistened.
4. Turn mixture out onto lightly floured surface. Knead gently until soft dough forms (about 2 minutes).
5. Flatten dough into 8-inch rounds and cut each into 8 wedges. Place on prepared baking sheet.
6. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with additional sugar.
7. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Makes 16 scones.