Sterling's Seashell Sandwiches

1. 1

   Heat oven to 450F.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan bring hot water and shortening to a boil.

3. 3

   Add dry ingredients all at one time, stirring constantly.

4. 4

   Continue cooking and stirring until mixture leaves the sides of the pan, add a little more flour and salt if it doesn't pull away.

5. 5

   Remove from heat, cool 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Add an egg, one at a time, beating vigorously after each egg until mixture is smooth again.

7. 7

   On a lightly oiled foil lined baking sheet drop mixture by teaspoonfuls about 1 1/2 inches apart.

8. 8

   Bake for 8- 10 minutes at 450F.

9. 9

   Turn oven down to 350F, bake for 12- 15 minutes longer, watch for too much browning.

10. 10

    Remove from sheet and cool on wire racks.

11. 11

    When cool, cut top partially open and fill with favourite kid filling (tuna, chicken, turkey, seafood salad).

12. 12

    Serve on a bowl of crushed ice covered with tinted plastic wrap (I use blue for the ocean).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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