Traditional Fried Pie Pastry

1. 1

   Combine dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Cut in shortening (suggested to cut in half then add in the other half because it makes the pastry both tender and flaky)until it resembles coarse meal.

3. 3

   Mix water and vinegar together,set aside.

4. 4

   Add in water mixture, stirring with a fork until dry ingredients are moistened.

5. 5

   Add a little more water if dough seems too dry; shape dough into a ball and chill at least 1 hour, until ready to use.

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   Preferred filling Our Family's Fried Pies.

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   Roll out a ball of pastry about the size of a golf ball.

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   Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon of fruit filling on 1/2 of pastry circle leaving about a half inch edge.

9. 9

   Fold over and seal with a fork.

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    ***Pies may be frozen at this point.

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    Fry frozen or thawed pies in a skillet of hot oil(preferred Crisco at 375 degrees in cast iron skillet) until golden brown.

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    Remove to a paper towel lined plate.

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    Can be eaten as is (preferred)or sprinkle with powdered sugar, lightly.

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    Enjoy! ;).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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