Plantain Tarts

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan, over medium-high heat, boil plantains about 15 minutes, or until tender.
2. 2
   Drain.
3. 3
   Place in a large bowl and mash.
4. 4
   Stir in sugar, nutmeg, vanilla and a drop of red food coloring.
5. 5
   Set aside to cool.
6. 6
   Meanwhile, in a large bowl, sift flour and salt.
7. 7
   Rub butter and lard into flour, until mixture is the consistency of sand.
8. 8
   Add eggs and about 3 tb water to form a dough.
9. 9
   Do not overwork dough, as this results in a tough crust.
10. 10
    Preheat oven to 350F.
11. 11
    Spray vegetable oil on a baking sheet and set aside.
12. 12
    On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough.
13. 13
    Cut out 24 3-inch circles.
14. 14
    Place circles on prepared baking sheet.
15. 15
    Spoon filling in center of each circle.
16. 16
    Brush a little water around edge of each circle.
17. 17
    Pull up sides of dough in thirds and bring up to center to form a pyramid.
18. 18
    Pinch together.
19. 19
    Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown.