Fried Peach Pies

Ingredients: • 8 ounces dried apples or peaches • 1 cup water • 1/3 cup sugar • 1 tablespoon butter • 1 tsp cinnamon or apple pie spice • 1 can jumbo refrigerated flaky biscuits • Vegetable oil, for frying Preparation: 1. Prepare Fruit Filling: In a saucepan, combine the dried fruit with water and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes or until tender. Let cool slightly, then mash if pieces are large. Stir in sugar and butter; set aside. 2. Alternatively, for Fresh Fruit: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a sauté pan. Add peeled, cored, and chopped fresh fruit, sugar, cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until soft, about 15 minutes. Mash slightly and cool. 3. Assemble Pies: Roll out each biscuit on a lightly floured surface into a 5-inch circle. Place about 1 tablespoon of the fruit mixture on half of each circle. Moisten edges of the dough with water, fold in half, and press edges together firmly with a fork to seal. 4. Fry Pies: In a heavy skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 370°F. Fry pies until golden brown, turning once. Ensure not to overcrowd the pan. 5. Serve: Drain pies on paper towels before serving.