Grandmas Plachindas Pumpkin Turnovers Food

PUMPKIN TURNOVERS GERMAN PLACHINDA

Steps:

• Use enough flour to make the dough stiff.
• Mix well. Take portions of dough (about 1/4 cup), roll out to about 6-7" in diameter.
• Put 2-3 tablespoons filling on half of diameter. Fold the other half over filling.
• Crimp dough around edge. Sprinkle with sugar and bake at 350 about 20 minutes or until nicely browned.

GRANDMA'S PLACHINDAS (PUMPKIN TURNOVERS) RECIPE

Steps:

• 1. I use my Best Pie Crust recipe for these. Make up 2 batches of the recipe and set aside while you prepare the pumpkin filling.
• 2. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
• 3. Dump the pumpkin into a large bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients, and combine well.
• 4. On a floured surface, roll a chunk of the crust to about 7-8 inches in diameter. Scoop a big spoonful (or more) onto the center of the rolled out piece. Lift the sides up together and crimp closed.
• 5. Place on a baking sheet. Lightly brush the crust with water and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, keeping an eye on the plachindas after 15 minutes. You want to get a nice deep golden brown color. Remove, and serve. (my Dad and his siblings love to drizzle maple syrup over these when they eat them) I love them warm or cold. Enjoy