Pumpkin Turnover

Turnovers flavored with pumpkin and beer that are easy to make.

Ingredients:

• Filling:
• 4 cups cooked pumpkin
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 stick cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger
• Dough:
• 3 cups flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 cup shortening
• 12 tablespoons beer

Directions:

Combine all filling ingredients and cook until thick and caramelized (approximately 35 min). Dough: Combine flour and sugar; cut in shortening with pastry blender. Make well in center and add beer all at once. Stir with a fork until mixture becomes a soft dough. Shape dough into ball, pinch off small amounts and shape into patties. Allow patties to rest approximately 20 minutes. Roll out on a lightly floured board and spoon pumpkin mixture onto circle of dough. Fold over and seal edges together by pressing with a fork. Prick top of turnover to allow steam to escape. Place turnovers on ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Number of Servings: 15

Notes from the Cook: This is a wonderful tasting turnover to enjoy in the fall. It is also very simple to make. Enjoy!