from the Rosie’s Riveting Recipes historic cookbook
Seafood was just as popular in Rosie’s day as it is today. This recipe from the Rosie’s Riveting Recipes historic cookbook is yummy and delicious. However, those who don’t feel comfortable making pastry from scratch should be able to get good results using frozen pie crusts. Butter can also be used in place of margarine.
Gayle Martin
NEW ENGLAND TURNOVERS
Turnover Filling
- 1 4 oz. package shredded codfish
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 2 tablespoons enriched all purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup milk
Freshen codfish as directed on package. Melt margarine over low heat. Add flour and seasoning and stir until smooth. Add milk, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Add freshened codfish and mix well
Pastry
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1 cup sifted all purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 to 3 tablespoons water
Sift flour and salt together 3 times. Cut in margarine with a pastry blender or 2 knives until consistency of coarse meal. Add water and toss lightly with a fork until all particles are moistened. Roll out on lightly floured board into an 8 x 22-inch rectangle. Cut into 6 squares. Heap turnover filling into each square. Fold squares in half. Press edges together with fork dipped in flour. Prick top to allow steam to escape. Bake in hot oven (425• F) 15 minutes. Yield: 6 servings.
Modern adaptation: Fish can be freshened by placing it in a bowl of cold salt water for about 15 minutes. However, if using individually frozen pieces of uncooked fish, this step may not be necessary. Frozen pie shells or pastry can also be used, and any leftover filling can be served as a delicious topping over the turnovers.
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