CHEESE-CRUSTED HAMBURGER PIE 
1 garlic bud, sliced
3 tbsp. shortening
1 lb. ground beef
2 tbsp. chopped green pepper
1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
2 1/4 c. tomato juice (one #2 can)
1/2 c. chopped celery
2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

Saute garlic in shortening in heavy skillet for about 5 minutes. Remove garlic. Add ground beef and green pepper, brown well. Stir in flour and salt. Add tomato juice, cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Stir in celery and Worcestershire sauce. Pour in 8-inch square baking dish. Top with Cheese Pastry.

CHEESE PASTRY:

1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
3/4 c. shredded American cheese
3 tbsp. cold water

Sift together flour and salt; cut in shortening. Add cheese. Sprinkle with water. Mix lightly until dough begins to stick together. Roll about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 8 inch square and cover hamburger mixture. Cut remaining pastry into 1/2 inch wide strips and arrange lattice style on top of 8 inch pastry square. Bake in 400 degree oven for about 30 minutes.

 

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