Apple Pot Pie

1. 1

   Combine the flour and salt; cut in the shortening.

2. 2

   Add enough water to make a stiff dough.

3. 3

   Roll the dough out thinly - like noodle dough; cut into 2-inch squares.

4. 4

   Arrange alternate layers of apples and dough in a heavy-gauge pot, sprinkling each layer of apples generously with sugar to sweeten and cinnamon.

5. 5

   Adjust the amount of sugar you use according to the tartness of the apples.

6. 6

   Dot the top layer of pastry squares with butter.

7. 7

   Pour in the boiling water and cover the pot.

8. 8

   Cook over low heat for 25 to 30 minutes or until the apples are tender.

9. 9

   Serve hot or cold with cream.

10. 10

    Makes 6 servings.

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