Ingredients

  • Pastry
  • 4 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups shortening
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Filling
  • 1 quart canned pumpkin
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 dash pepper

Method

  • Make pastry in small round balls, then roll out the dough flat. Put 1 tablespoon or so of pumpkin mixture on one side and bring over top. Pinch sides and ends together with a fork. Place on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for about 35 to 45 minutes.