Fried Pies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift salt and baking powder with sifted and measured flour. blend in shortening.
2. 2
   Combine egg yolk, sugar and milk.
3. 3
   Stir into flour mixture.
4. 4
   Roll out on a floured board to 1/4-inch thickness.
5. 5
   Cut into circles 4 or 5-inches in diameter.
6. 6
   Spread
7. 7
   a small amount of cooked and sweetened dried fruit on half of each round.
8. 8
   Fold the other half of crust over filling.
9. 9
   Seal edges with a fork, dipped in flour.
10. 10
    Fry in deep fat at 360° or in skillet until brown.
11. 11
    Drain on absorbent paper.