Beef Picadillo Empanadas

Beef Picadillo Empanadas

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These baked empanadas are a healthy version of the South American classic.

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  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 c. diced onion
  • 1 1/2 tsp. chopped garlic
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 c. tomato sauce
  • 1/4 c. pimento-stuffed olives
  • 1/4 c. raisins
  • 1 c. cooked and shredded beef brisket
  • 3 tbsp. slivered almonds
  • 1/2 c. shredded pepper Jack cheese
  • 1 package reduced-fat refrigerated pie crusts
  • 1 large egg

Directions

    1. Step 1Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    2. Step 2Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and cumin; cook 3 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, olives, and raisins, and simmer for 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in beef and almonds. Let filling cool slightly, then stir in cheese.
    3. Step 3On a lightly floured surface, roll pie crusts into two 13-inch circles. Cut circles into quarters; trim each quarter into a rough 5 1/2-inch circle.
    4. Step 4Spoon a generous 1/4 cup of filling onto half of each pastry circle. Fold pastry over filling to enclose; crimp edges to seal. Place empanadas on prepared baking sheet; brush with egg and make a small slit on top of each.
    5. Step 5Bake 30 minutes.

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