Vinegar Roll Recipe
Description:
This Vinegar Roll recipe holds a cherished place in the family history, passed down from generation to generation. Originally crafted by the user’s grandmother for their father, it’s a delightful combination of sweet and sour flavors enveloping a crispy, biscuit-like turnover. While traditionally called a ‘Roll’, this treat can be enjoyed either as rolled dough or prepared like turnovers, offering versatility in presentation and taste.
- Preparation Time: 40 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
- Servings: 6 approximately
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Flour |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 2/3 cup | Shortening |
| 1/2 cup | Water |
| – | Butter (cut up) |
| – | Granulated sugar |
| 2 cups | Sugar |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 1/4 – 1/2 cup | Cider vinegar |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 613.2
- Fat: 23.2g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 393.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 98.5g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 66.7g
- Protein: 4.3g
Recipe Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F.
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Lightly grease a baking dish or cookie sheet to prevent sticking.
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For the Pastry:
- In a bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Cut in shortening until mixture particles resemble small peas.
- Gradually add water as needed to form a dough.
- Roll out the dough thinly on a floured surface.
- Cut out saucer-sized rounds from the dough.
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For the Filling:
- Place pieces of cut-up butter (approximately a teaspoon) on each round.
- Sprinkle each round with about 1 1/2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
- Fold over each circle and crimp the edges with a fork, similar to turnovers.
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Arrange the turnovers in the prepared baking pan.
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Brush the turnovers with melted butter for a golden finish.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are nicely browned and crunchy.
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For the Syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and cider vinegar.
- Cook over low heat until the sugar dissolves, then increase the heat to medium and cook for about 20 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken into a syrupy consistency.
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To Serve:
- Place one turnover in a dessert bowl.
- Gently break open the turnover and ladle the prepared syrup over it, allowing the flavors to meld together.
This Vinegar Roll recipe is a delightful blend of nostalgia and flavor, perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying as a special treat any time of the day. Whether served as a dessert or a comforting snack, its unique combination of sweet and sour notes is sure to delight your taste buds! 🥐🍯
