Sweet Potato Turnovers

Grrrrrgh!
Course : Potatoes
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 1
 

Ingredients:

---FILLING:
2 Cups mashed sweet potatoes (without added milk and butter)
1 Can crushed pineapple drained -- (20 oz)
1 1/4 Cups sugar
1 Teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 Teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 Teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 Teaspoon allspice
1/4 Teaspoon cinnamon
---PASTRY:
2 1/2 Cups all purpose flour
1 Teaspoon baking powder
1/2 Teaspoon salt
3/4 Cup butter flavored shortening
5 Tablespoons cold water -- (5 to 6)
1 Cup Milk and additional sugar
 

Preparation:

In a large saucepan, combine filling ingredients. Cook over medium low heat for 12 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Cool. For pastry, combine flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide into 12 portions. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a 6 inch circle. Spoon 1/4 to 1/3 cup filling on half of each circle. Moisten edges with water; fold dough over filling and press edges with a fork to seal. Brush with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Cut slits in top. Bake at 425 F. for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Servings: 12