Uruguayan Cheese Empanadas
A traditional Uruguayan dish, these flaky empanadas are filled with rich, melted cheese, perfect as a snack or dinner.
Ingredients
- ●2 1/4 cups All-purpose flour
- ●1 cup Cold unsalted butter
- ●1/2 cup Water
- ●1 cup Grated cheese (Uruguayan or cheddar)
- ●1 large Eggs
- ●1/4 teaspoon Salt
- ●1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
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1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
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2. Add cold butter to the flour mixture, and use a pastry blender to work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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3. Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together in a ball.
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4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead a few times until smooth.
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5. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
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6. Roll out each piece of dough into a thin circle.
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7. Place 1 tablespoon of grated cheese in the center of each dough circle.
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8. Fold the dough over the cheese, and press the edges together to seal the empanada.
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9. Use a fork to crimp the edges of the empanada.
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10. Brush the tops of the empanadas with beaten egg, and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
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11. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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12. Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.