Fried Peach Pies
Fried Peach Pies
1 can (16 ounces) cling peach slices, drained and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon red cinnamon candies
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups flour, sifted
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup cold water
Oil, for deep frying
granulated sugar, for garnish
1.Set peach slices aside on paper towels to drain.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl combine drained peaches, candies, sugar, cornstarch, and nutmeg. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir. Microwave 1 minute more. Stir until candies are dissolved. Set aside to cool.
3. In a medium bowl combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until dry ingredients are moistened and dough can be gathered into a ball.
4. Divide dough in half. Roll to 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Using a 5-inch cutter (or 5-inch bowl), cut 6 circles from each half. (Re-roll scraps as necessary.)
5.Heat oil to 365ºF in a deep saucepan or deep fryer.
6.Place 1 tablespoon of filling on each dough circle. Moisten edges with water. Fold in half over filling; seal with fork.
7. Fry a few pies at a time for 5 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with granulated sugar.
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