FOR THE DUMPLINGS:
2 Cups.Of all-purpose flour.
1/2 Tsp.Of salt.
2/3 Cup.Of shortening or lard.
4-6 Tbsp.Of cold water.
6 medium-sized tart apples (such as Granny Smith).
6 Tsp.Of butter.
1 Tsp.Of ground cinnamon.
1/4 Tsp.Of ground nutmeg.
FOR THE SAUCE:
1 1/2 Cups.Of water.
1 1/2 Cups.Of granulated sugar.
1/4 Cup.Of butter.
1/4 Tsp.Of ground cinnamon.
1/4 Tsp.Of ground nutmeg.
METHOD:
1st Step
Combine the flour and salt in a wide mixing basin. Add the shortening to the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2nd Step
Add the cold water gradually, one tablespoon at a time, stirring with a fork until the dough binds. The dough is then shaped into a disk, wrapped in plastic, and refrigerated for at least 30 minutes.
3rd Step
Peel and core the apples, but do not remove the bases. This creates a “cup” for the butter and seasonings. Place a teaspoon of butter in the center of each apple that has been cored, then sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg.
4th Step
Set the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Meanwhile, divide the dough into six portions of equal size. Each portion is rolled into a 7-inch square.
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