Hamentashen

Ingredients

• 4 eggs, slightly beaten
• 3/4 cup corn oil
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• Grated rind of 1 orange
• 5 cups sifted flour
• Lekvar or apple butter

Instructions

1. Combine slightly beaten eggs corn oil sugar and orange rind. Beat until mixture is fluffy and thick.
2. Gently stir in flour.
3. Chill for about 1 1/2 hours or until firm.
4. Divide dough into quarters. Roll out each on floured board or cloth to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 2 1/2- or 3 inch circles and place on greased cookie sheet.
5. Spoon 1 tablespoon Lekvar or apple butter into center of each. Form tri-corners bringing up edges of dough almost to center and making three seams (some filling should show in center). Pinch seams together tightly.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.