ITALIAN FIG CAKES

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. figs, ground
• 1/2 lb. nut meats
• 2 lbs. raisins
• 1 lb. broken chocolate
• 1 lb. flour
• 4 Tbsp. Spry (or other shortening)
• Honey
• Water, if needed
• 1/2 cup water with 1 Tbsp. sugar

Instructions:

1. Mix flour and shortening, then add sugar water until the dough is soft.
2. Place dough on a floured board and work until smooth.
3. Divide dough into portions and roll into desired shapes. Add fig filling to each piece.
4. Bake at 350 degrees until light brown.