Fig Envelopes

Ingredients

2 c flour
3 ts baking powder
1/2 ts salt
2 tb sugar
2 ts shortening
3/4 c milk
1 c figs
1 egg
2 spatulas
4 squares

Instructions

Place 2 tablespoons chopped figs on 1/2 of each. Moisten edges with cold milk. Fold. Press edges together. Brush tops with egg mixed with 1 tablespoon milk and 1 teaspoon sugar. Place on slightly oiled baking sheet. Bake in hot oven (450 F) 20 minutes. 6 servings. The Household Searchlight ----