1. Cut shortening into flour and salt. Sprinkle in water, mixing until all flour is moistened and dough almost clings to side of bowl. Chill.
2. Divide dough into six equal parts. Roll out on a floured surface.
3. Put a layer of potatoes, meat, onions and cheese (two layers of each) in the center of the dough. Season with salt and pepper to taste
4. Take the edges of the pasty and fold over and seal.
5. Place on a lightly greased baking pan and bake at 350 degrees for 1 to 1 1/4 hours.