2 1/2 c. flour
1 stick butter
2 tbsp. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. hot water
8 apples, cored
1/2 c. white sugar
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
2 tbsp. butter

SAUCE:

1/4 to 1/2 stick butter
3/4 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. hot water
1/4 tsp. nutmeg

Make pie crust and chill for 1/2 hour. Roll on floured wax paper, combine sauce and bring to a boil, pour over prepared apples dumplings and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Serve with cream or milk. Use less than 1/2 stick butter, nearer 1/4.