Apple Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   combine 1/4 cup sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and 1/4 cup margarine.
2. 2
   combine flour, baking powder, and salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles course meal.
3. 3
   Gradually add milk, stirring to make a soft dough.
4. 4
   Roll dough into a 1/8-in thick rectangle on a lightly floured surface; cut into 5-inch squares.
5. 5
   Place 3-4 pieces of apple on each square, add a little of sugar/margarine mixture.
6. 6
   Moisten edge of each dumpling with water; bring corners to center, pinching edges to seal.
7. 7
   Place dumplings 1 inch apart in a lightly greased shallow baking dish.
8. 8
   Combine 2 cups sugar, 1/4 cup butter; stir to dissolve sugar.
9. 9
   Pour syrup over dumplings.
10. 10
    Bake at 375 degrees for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown.
11. 11
    Serve hot.