8 or 9 peaches, peeled and sliced (about 6 c.)
1/2 c. water
1 1/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp. flour
Dash of salt
1/4 c. butter, melted

Cook peaches in water until tender. Mix flour, salt, and sugar. Add to peaches. Mix and add butter.

PASTRY:

1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
4 tbsp. sweet milk

Blend flour, salt, and shortening to coarse meal texture. Add milk and chill. Roll on floured board. Cut enough dumplings to cover first layer of peaches. Pour half of peaches into 9 x 13 inch pan. Cover with dumplings. Add rest of peaches. Cover with lattice top. Bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes until brown and bubbly.