Apple Dumplings(Mary Sangster Trail'S Recipe) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. all-purpose flour
4 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
2/3 c. milk
7 apples
2 c. sugar
2 c. brown sugar

Preparation

Stir together the flour, baking powder, 2 teaspoons of sugar, cream of tartar and salt.
Cut in the shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Make a well in the center.
Add milk all at once.
Stir just until dough clings together.
Knead gently on a lightly floured surface for 10 to 12 strokes.
Roll out to about 12 x 14 inches and 1/2 inch thick.