Apple Dumplings

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Apple Dumplings

Recipe By : Mom D
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Desserts Fruit

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 apples -- peeled and cored
-----Syrup-----
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 drops red food coloring
2 tablespoons butter
-----dough-----
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup shortening
1/2 cup milk

Syrup:
Mix the syrup ingredients and heat over medium heat until the sugar is
melted and the butter is melted.
Dough:
Sift the dry ingredeints, cut in the shortening and then add the milk and
stir until just moistened. Roll 1/4-inch thick on a lightly floured board
and cut into 6 squares.
Assembly:
Place an apple, centered, on a square of dough. Sprinkle with sugar,
cinnamon and nutmeg then dot with butter. Moisten the edges of the dough,
fold corners together and pinch. Place 1-inch apart in a baking dish. When
all apples are done, pour the syrup over them, sprinkle with sugar. Bake in
a 350 degree oven for about 35 minutes or until apples are tender.

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Per serving: 604 Calories; 28g Fat (41% calories from fat); 5g Protein; 86g
Carbohydrate; 13mg Cholesterol; 527mg Sodium