Ingredients for Ham And Cheese Empanadas
- Frozen Puff Pastry
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- Salt to taste
- Deli Ham
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon water
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How to Make Ham And Cheese Empanadas
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Whisk in 2 eggs, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens (about 1-2 minutes).
- Remove from heat. Stir in cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, and salt to taste until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one sheet of puff pastry to a 12x12 inch square.
- Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into twelve 3x4 inch rectangles.
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of water.
- Brush the edges of six rectangles with the egg yolk mixture.
- Place a slice of ham in the center of each brushed rectangle, leaving a border of dough around the ham.
- Top the ham with 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture.
- Cover each ham and cheese filling with a plain rectangle, pressing firmly around the edges to seal.
- Repeat with the remaining puff pastry sheet and filling.
- Prick the top of each empanada several times with a fork. Brush the tops lightly with the egg yolk mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are puffed and golden brown.
- Serve hot or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
46g
Carbs
11g
