1 jar hamburger dill pickles (medium size jar)
½ to 1 Cup sugar (1 or 2 of those Tupperware scoops)
Drain the pickles. Add the sugar to the pickles and shake to mix the sugar with the pickle slices. Keep in the refrigerator and shake every now and then to mix and dissolve the sugar. It makes its own new juice. For best results, make them a day ahead.
Becky, I know you make these a lot so if there’s anything you can add, please do!
I think this was a favorite of the granddaughters especially. At least they’re the ones who always mention Granny Pickles. So you girls will have to share your memories of what made Granny Pickles so special.
Still An Important Part of Our LIves
Coy sent me the email and pics below. What a sweet way to make Granny & Papa part of their special day. Thanks for sharing, Coy.
I have attached a picture of our unity sand. The reason I want it on there is b/c the table we used was Granny and Papa’s. And, the table linen that’s in the picture was made by Granny. It was the best way we could have her and Papa to be apart of our wonderful day. Use it if you want. Love the blog and I love what you’re doing. You Polk women are absolutely amazing!!!
Granny's Fried Pies
Oh, my goodness, the flaky crust, the ooey, gooey goodness of the fruit filling – Who wants fried pies?!
Apple on one side and apricot on the other – that’s how she stacked the pan. Becky and Granny loved apricot and Kenny and I loved apple. And you’d best not be eatin’ each other’s fried pie! I don’t remember the favorite of anyone else but I don’t know anyone who didn’t like ‘em (well, except Randy because he doesn’t like fruit – I tried my best to raise him right).
Making these goodies is not for the faint at heart or weariness of foot. It takes time, patience and comfortable shoes and a strong back to create these tasty treats. But here is her recipe – enjoy! And don’t forget to add your memories and let us know your favorite!
Apple on one side and apricot on the other – that’s how she stacked the pan. Becky and Granny loved apricot and Kenny and I loved apple. And you’d best not be eatin’ each other’s fried pie! I don’t remember the favorite of anyone else but I don’t know anyone who didn’t like ‘em (well, except Randy because he doesn’t like fruit – I tried my best to raise him right).
Making these goodies is not for the faint at heart or weariness of foot. It takes time, patience and comfortable shoes and a strong back to create these tasty treats. But here is her recipe – enjoy! And don’t forget to add your memories and let us know your favorite!
The filling is made from dried fruit, hydrated according to the directions on the package, I assume. Although, I’d bet Granny added sugar to hers. What do you think? If you know what she did, let us know!
Mix together and pinch off dough and roll into balls. The dough can be frozen at this point to use later. To make the pies – Roll the ball of dough into a flat circle. Spoon the filling onto the middle of the circle. Fold the dough over to form a half circle. Dampen the edges with water so the dough will stick. Crimp or pinch the edges so that it makes kind of a ruffled edge.
Fry each pie in hot oil until golden brown. Drain on a brown paper sack or paper towel.
Mmm, Mmm, Good!
Mix together and pinch off dough and roll into balls. The dough can be frozen at this point to use later. To make the pies – Roll the ball of dough into a flat circle. Spoon the filling onto the middle of the circle. Fold the dough over to form a half circle. Dampen the edges with water so the dough will stick. Crimp or pinch the edges so that it makes kind of a ruffled edge.
Fry each pie in hot oil until golden brown. Drain on a brown paper sack or paper towel.
Mmm, Mmm, Good!
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