MEAT PIES 
1 tsp. shortening
1 lb. ground meat
1 lb. ground pork meat
1 bunch green onions (chopped)
1 tbsp. flour
1 pod garlic (minced)
1 bell pepper (chopped)
Salt, black pepper, red pepper to taste

CRUST:

4 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 egg
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. milk

Melt shortening in heavy pot. Add meat and seasonings, stir often. When meat is done remove from fire, and add flour.

Make crust - cut round using a saucer as a guide. To assemble - place a large tablespoon of prepared meat along edge and halfway in the center of round dough. Fold the other half over. Firm edges with fork. Drop in deep fat and cook until brown. Drain. Serve hot.

 

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