Apple Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, water, spiced and food coloring in pan.
2. 2
   Bring to boil.
3. 3
   Remove from heat; add 3 Tbsp. margarine.
4. 4
   Sift dry ingredients; cut in margarine till mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. 5
   Add milk all at once and stir until flour is moistened. On lightly floured surface, roll about 1/4 inch thick into 18 x 12 inch rectangle.
6. 6
   Cut into 6 inch squares.
7. 7
   Place whole apple in each square.
8. 8
   Sprinkle each apple generously with sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
9. 9
   Dot with margarine.
10. 10
    Moisten edges of squares.
11. 11
    Fold in corners to center and pinch edges together.
12. 12
    Place 1 inch apart on ungreased 12 x 8 x 1 1/2 inch baking pan.
13. 13
    Pour the syrup over dumplings; sprinkle with sugar and bake at 375° for 35 minutes or until apples are done.
14. 14
    Serve warm with whipped or ice cream. Makes 6 servings.