Apple Dumplings II

INGREDIENTS

• SYRUP
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 6 drops red food coloring
• 3 tablespoons butter
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• PASTRY
• 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup milk
• APPLES
• 6 apples, peeled and cored
• 6 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 6 tablespoons butter