Cheese Empanadas

INGREDIENTS

Queso Oaxaca Pickled Jalapeños Pie Crust softened Egg Water

01

Preheat oven to 400 degrees and roll out pie dough.

Roll out the pie dough

02

I used a small bowl to cut out the circles. Be sure to use something with a sharp edge.

Cut the pie dough

03

Add the Pickled Jalapeños and strips of cheese. Do not overcrowd or add too much filling, or you won’t be able to close the empanada.

Add the cheese

04

Brush the edges of the dough with an egg wash. It will help bind the dough.

Brush egg on the edges

05

I use a fork to press the edges together. Go around the edges, making sure it is completely sealed.

Seal the edges

06

Place all the Empanadas de Queso on a baking sheet. I like to line my baking sheet with foil paper. It just makes for easy cleanup.

Place on baking sheet

07

To make them golden brown, brush the top of each of the empanadas with egg wash. Place them in the oven at 400 degrees F until golden brown.

Bake the empanadas

08

You have to let them cool completely before eating. Serve with salsa verde. They make an easy Mexican appetizer at parties.

Ready to enjoy!

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