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Prep Time: 40 min
Total Time: 1 hr min
Makes: 6 servings, 2 empanadas each
Empanada Dough
1 lb. ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped green peppers
3 slices OSCAR MAYER Smoked Ham, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
2 Tbsp. tomato sauce
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup oil
PREPARE Empanada Dough as directed; set aside. Brown meat in medium skillet on medium heat; drain. Add onions, peppers, ham, dressing, tomato sauce and garlic; mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer 10 min., stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro. Set aside.
SHAPE dough evenly into 12 balls, using about 2 Tbsp. of the dough for each ball. Flatten each ball into 6-inch round. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture onto center of each round. Moisten edges with water. Fold dough rounds in half to enclose filling; press lightly on tops to remove any air pockets. Seal edges with fork.
HEAT oil in large deep skillet to 375°F. Add empanadas, in batches of three or four; cook 3 min. on each side or until golden brown on both sides. Remove from oil; drain well. Cool slightly before serving.
KRAFT KITCHENS TIPS
Size-Wise
You'll know it is a special occasion when you get to enjoy a serving of this indulgent dish.
Make Ahead
Prepare empanadas as directed. Place on parchment paper-covered baking sheet; cover. Refrigerate a few hours or overnight. Cook as directed. To freeze, layer empanadas in airtight container between sheets of wax paper or parchment paper. Freeze empanadas up to 2 weeks; thaw completely and pat dry before cooking as directed.
Cooking Know-How
Make it Easy
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 580
Total fat 40g
Saturated fat 12g
Cholesterol 65mg
Sodium 770mg
Carbohydrate 34g
Dietary fiber 2g
Sugars 2g
Protein 20g
Vitamin A 4%DV
Vitamin C 6%DV
Calcium 6%DV
Iron 20%DV
