FRIED APPLE or PEACH PIES

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the apples, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook over medium heat until the apples are tender, about 10 minutes.
2. Stir in the butter and remove from heat. Let the mixture cool slightly.
3. Roll out the pie dough on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cutter (about 4-5 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the dough.
4. Place a spoonful of the apple filling on one half of each circle.
5. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Use a fork to crimp and seal the edges.
6. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, fry the pies in batches, turning once, until golden brown. This should take about 3-4 minutes per side.
7. Remove the pies with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

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