Pasticotti(Italian Christmas Tarts) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 Tbsp. soft shortening (I use good brand oleo)
1 c. sugar
3 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla flavoring
2 eggs, beaten

Preparation

Combine sugar and shortening.
Add beaten eggs and vanilla. Add sifted dry ingredients with the milk to make a soft dough. Roll out on lightly floured board 18-inch thick to fit lightly greased tart cups or muffin tins. I use Pam and have no trouble with them sticking.
Use your fingers to press dough into the tart cups.
Fill with cream filling and cover with dough to fit.
I use a water glass that fits the top of the tart container.
Seal edge thoroughly and brush with 1 egg yolk, beaten with 1 tablespoon of milk.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for about 25 minutes.
Makes 18.