Empanadas Argentine

== Ingredients ==
* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* ½ teaspoon salt
* ⅔ cup shortening
* 6 tablespoons water
* 2½ cups peeled, cored and sliced apples
* 1 cup white sugar
* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1 yellow onion
* 1 green bell pepper
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 8 ounces tomato paste
* ½ cup water
* 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
* 1 pound lean steak, cut into 1 inch cubes
== Directions ==
=== Dough ===
# In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
# Cut in the shortening till pieces are the size of small peas.
# Add a small amount of water to slightly moisten.
# Form dough into a ball.
# Roll out the dough to about ⅛ inch thick and cut into 4-inch circles.
# Lightly flour both sides of circles.
# To make fruit filling: in a saucepan combine fruit, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
# Heat over medium heat until hot, thoroughly mixing.
=== Meat filling ===
# In a medium skillet saute the onion and green pepper in olive oil.
# Add tomato paste, water, and vinegar, and cook for 20 minutes.
# Add meat and coat thoroughly with the sauce.
# Place a large spoonful of one of the above mixtures to the center of a dough circle.
# Place another circle on top.
# Fasten the two circles together by pressing the edges with a fork.
# These may then be baked in a preheated 350°F (175°C) until golden brown.
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