Apple Dumplings(Makes 6 Servings)

Directions

1. 1
   Make a syrup by combining 1 cup sugar, 3 teaspoons cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg in saucepan. Bring to a boil and boil for 3 minutes.
2. 2
   Turn off heat.
3. 3
   Roll pastry dough out until it is about 1/8-inch thick.
4. 4
   Cut into six (7-inch) squares.
5. 5
   Peel and halve apples, then remove cores. Combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg and fill apple centers with this mixture.
6. 6
   Place an apple in the center of a pastry square.
7. 7
   Dot with 2 tablespoons melted butter and bring the points of pastry over apple to overlap.
8. 8
   Press dough together to seal.
9. 9
   Repeat with remaining apples.
10. 10
    Place 2 inches apart in baking pan.
11. 11
    Bake at 425° for 45 minutes.