These savory and sweet empanadas are stuffed
with a yummy combination of ground beef, cinnamon, almonds and
raisins.
Empanadas
1/4 cup raisins
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 pound ground beef or turkey
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16-ounce) jar ORTEGA Salsa - Thick & Chunky (Medium),
divided use
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
1 pound frozen bread dough, thawed
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Preheat oven to 375ºF
(190°C).
Combine raisins and vinegar
in small bowl; soak for 15 to 20 minutes or until raisins are
plump.
Cook beef, onion and garlic
in large skillet until beef is browned; drain. Add 1/2 cup salsa,
almonds, raisins, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Bring to a boil.
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until flavors are blended.
Divide dough into 6 pieces;
roll into balls. On well-floured board, roll each ball into a
6-inch circle. Place 1/2 cup meat filling on bottom half of circle;
sprinkle with cheese. Fold top half of dough over filling; crimp
edges with tines of fork. Pierce top with fork. Place on greased
cookie sheet; brush with egg.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes
or until golden. Serve with remaining salsa.
Makes 6.
Recipe and photograph are
the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.
