Apple Pot Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Pare apples, core and cut into eighths.
2. 2
   Cut shortening into flour and salt; add water to make a stiff dough.
3. 3
   Roll thinly, like noodle dough, and cut into 2 inch squares.
4. 4
   Arrange alternate layers of apples and dough in a kettle, sprinkling each layer generously with sugar to sweeten (according to sourness of apples) and cinnamon.
5. 5
   Dot the top layer of pastry squares with butter; pour in the boiling water and cover.
6. 6
   Cook over low heat without stirring for 25 or 30 minutes or until apples are tender.
7. 7
   Serve hot or cold.