Fried Pies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
5 to 6 Tbsp. cold water
1 1/2 c. dried fruit

Preparation

Sift together flour and salt.
Cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly.
Sprinkle with water, mixing lightly until dough just holds together.
Divide dough in half.
Roll on floured board to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into rounds 5 to 6-inches in diameter. Spoon 2 tablespoons fruit into half of each round.
Fold in half. Press edges together with fork to seal.
Bake in 375\u00b0 oven for 15 to 20 minutes or fry in deep hot fat (360\u00b0) until brown.
Yields 8 to 10 pies.