Ingredients

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 ounces 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

• Equipment: a deep-fat thermometer

Description

These Handheld, Crescent-shaped, Fruit-filled Pastries, Long Popular In The Mountain South, Are Found At Church Picnics, Crossroads Country...

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