Apple Dumplings

Submitted by Julie Johnson

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 4 to 5 tablespoons cold water
• 2 cups chopped peeled tart apples
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• Vanilla ice cream

Directions

• In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough into a 12-in. x 18-in. rectangle. Cut into six squares.
• Place 1/3 cup chopped apples in the center of each square. Brush edges of dough with water; fold up corners to center and pinch to seal. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.
• In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water and butter; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Pour over dumplings. Bake 25-30 minutes longer or until apples are tender. Serve warm with ice cream. Yield: 6 servings.