1. In a large bowl whisk flour, sugar, and salt.

2. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Gradually add cold water and mix until dough forms.

4. Shape dough into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.

5. In a saucepan combine apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and butter; cook until slightly thickened, then cool.

6. Roll chilled dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface.

7. Cut 4 to 5-inch rounds and place filling in center of each.

8. Brush edges with water, fold over, and seal with a fork.

9. Heat 2 inches of oil to 350°F in a frying pan.

10. Fry pies in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden.

11. Drain on a wire rack and dust with sugar while warm.

12. Serve immediately or reheat in a 350°F oven for crispness.