Steak and Onion Pie

1 cup sliced onion
1/4 cup melted shortening
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Dash of ground ginger
Dash of ground allspice
1 pound round steak, cut into 1-inch squares
2 1/2 cups boiling water
2 cups diced potatoes
Pastry for 9-inch pie

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