Apple Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 452°.
2. 2
   Prepare pastry and divide into 6 portions. Roll each into 1/8-inch thick squares.
3. 3
   Place 1/2 cup apples in center of each.
4. 4
   Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sugar, dash of cinnamon and nutmeg and 1 tablespoon butter over apples.
5. 5
   Add raisins and nuts, if desired.
6. 6
   Moisten corners of squares.
7. 7
   Bring 2 opposite corners of pastry over apple and press together. Fold remaining sides and press corners together.
8. 8
   Place dumplings in ungreased baking dish. Heat brown sugar and water to boiling.
9. 9
   Pour around dumplings. Spoon syrup over dumplings 2 or 3 times during baking.
10. 10
    Bake approximately 35 to 45 minutes or until golden brown.