Ingredients
For Pastry
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons cold vegetable shortening (preferably trans-fat-free), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 4 to 5 tablespoons ice water
For Filling
- 4 1/2 oz unsulfured dried apples (2 cups)
- 2 cups unfiltered apple cider
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 1/2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
For Frying and Serving
- About 2 quarts vegetable oil
- Confectioners sugar for dusting
Description
These Crescent-shaped, Fruit-filled Pastries Are Found At Church Picnics, Crossroads Country Stores, And, If You Are Incredibly Blessed, In Your Favorite Aunt's Hot Cast-iron Skillet.
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