Apple Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the first 4 ingredients; bring to a boil.
2. 2
   Stir in butter.
3. 3
   Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Add milk all at once; stir only until dry ingredients are moistened.
5. 5
   Roll to 1/4-inch thickness on floured surface.
6. 6
   Cut into six 6-inch squares.
7. 7
   Place apple in center of each; sprinkle each generously with cinnamon, sugar and nutmeg.
8. 8
   Dot with butter.
9. 9
   Moisten edges of squares and fold corners to center; pinch together.
10. 10
    Place one inch apart in an 11 1/2 x 7-inch pan.
11. 11
    Bake for 1 hour at 350°.