Caribbean Meat Pate RECIPE # 2



Serves 4 to 6.
INGREDIENTS:
* PASTRY:
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* 4 cups flour
* 4 level tablespoons unsalted vegetable shortening
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
* 1 cup water
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* MEAT FILLING:
* 1/2 lb. lean ground pork AND
* 1/2 lb. ground beef OR 1 lb. ground beef (omitting pork)
* 1 large sweet pepper
* 1 medium onion
* 1 tablespoon minced celery
* 1 tablespoon minced parsley
* 2 tablespoons margarine
* 1 clove garlic, crushed
* Hot pepper to taste (optional)
* 1/4 cut tomato paste
* 1/4 teaspoon Oregano
* 1 tablespoon fine bread crumbs
* 3 med.-sized firm ripe tomatoes,peeled, seeded and finely chopped, or substitute 1 cup chopped drained canned tomatoes
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Directions:
1.Mix dry ingredients in large bowl.
2.Cut in shortening with knives or pastry blender.
3.Add water gradually to form a soft dough.
4.Knead gently on a floured board for a few minutes.
5.Cover and let rest for about 10 minutes.
6.Shape into small balls, roll out and cut into size circles desired for turnovers.