Pastechi Pastry Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients with butter.
2. 2
   Slowly add liquid.
3. 3
   Knead to a smooth ball and let stand 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Roll out thinly on lightly floured board.
5. 5
   Cut into rounds using biscuit cutter or glass.
6. 6
   Place 1 generous tsp of Pastechi filling (recipe posted separately) onto rounds.
7. 7
   Fold rounds in half; seal and crimp edges.
8. 8
   Fry in oil until golden brown.
9. 9
   Drain on paper towels.
10. 10
    Serve warm and with ketchup, if desired.
11. 11
    ***recipemay be halved.