5 c To 6 cups flour; divided 1/2 ts Salt 1 ts Baking powder 1/2 c Shortening 5 Eggs 1 c Honey
-POPPY SEED FILLING –
2 c Poppy seeds *
1 c Milk
3/4 c Honey
1 ts Lemon peel
1/2 c Raisins
* Use your food processor to grind the poppy seeds for
the filling. Combine 5 cups flour, salt and baking
powder; mix well. Make a well in the center and add
shortening, 4 eggs and honey. Work together until
dough is formed, adding flour as needed. Roll out
thinly and cut into 4-inch circles.
For filling, grind poppy seeds. Combine with milk and
honey. Cook over low heat until thickened. Add lemon
peel and raisins; cool. Place 1 tablespoon filling on
each dough circle; fold up three sides and press
together into triangles leaving tops somewhat open.
Beat remaining egg and brush over dough. Bake at 350
degrees 20 minutes or until browned.
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