Beef & Cheese Empanadas
Experience the delightful flavor of homemade Beef & Cheese Empanadas, a perfect blend of savory ground beef and melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped in a flaky pastry. Whether you need a quick snack for the family or an impressive appetizer for guests, these empanadas are sure to please everyone. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and a cooking time that ensures crispy perfection, you can easily whip up a batch that’s both satisfying and versatile. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or freeze for later—either way, they promise to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 empanadas 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package (14 oz) refrigerated pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté onion until softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet; break it up while cooking. Stir in spices and cook until browned.
- Remove from heat and combine with shredded cheddar until melted.
- Roll out pie crusts on a floured surface and cut into circles using a 4-inch round cutter.
- Place filling on each circle, fold over to form a half-moon shape, and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg for color and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://recipesbypenelope.com/beef-cheese-empanadas-recipe/