Apple Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Sift dry ingredients; mix shortening in until it is of a consistency of coarse meal.
2. 2
   Add milk gradually, mixing with fork, to a soft dough.
3. 3
   Roll on floured board or waxed paper 1/8-inch thick.
4. 4
   Cut into squares.
5. 5
   Place apple (or peach) in center of dough square.
6. 6
   Apples having been washed, peeled and cored.
7. 7
   Fill center with sugar and small pat of butter.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with cinnamon. Bring up 4 corners of dough; press together firmly.
9. 9
   Place on greased pan and sprinkle lightly with sugar and cinnamon.
10. 10
    Bake in 400° oven for 40 minutes or until nicely browned.
11. 11
    Use sugar and spice according to taste, more or less.