Kat's Beef
Empanadas
1 lb. lean ground beef
2 large red onions, thinly sliced
1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. beef stock
1/2 cup stuffed olives
1/4 cup raisins
4 bay leaves
1 tsp. cumin
1 package discos de empanadas
Brown beef, onions and bell pepper with 1 bay leaf. Add remaining
ingredients and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and drain completely in
colander. Allow to cool.
Thaw one package of "discos de empanadas" (available at most
ethnic grocery markets); or substitute your own pastry crust cut into 5-inch
rounds.
Remove eight pastry discs and divide filling between all eight. Fold
pastry over and crimp edges firmly.
Fry in hot(350°F) peanut or olive oil for 4-5 minutes, until golden
brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Dream big dreams, then put on your overalls and go out and make
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