Cheesy Taco Empanadas

Name: Cheesy Taco Empanadas
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 24
Cuisine: Mexican,
Ingredients: 1 tbsp oil; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper; 1/2 pound lean ground beef; 1 package taco seasoning mix; 1/2 cup water; 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend; 2 packages (14 to 16 ounces each) refrigerated pie crusts (4 crusts)

Serve up these easy, Cheesy Taco Empanadas at your next party. Made with refrigerated pie crust and filled with meat and cheese flavored with McCormick® Original Taco Seasoning Mix, they’re the perfect appetizer for feeding a crowd.

30m

PREP TIME

40m

COOK TIME

178

CALORIES

8

INGREDIENTS

Servings: 24 (1 empanada)

Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 package McCormick® Original Taco Seasoning Mix
1/2 cup water
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 packages (14 to 16 ounces each) refrigerated pie crusts, (4 crusts)

KEY PRODUCTS

INSTRUCTIONS

1 Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook 3 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add beef; cook and stir until no longer pink. Stir in Seasoning Mix and water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese.
2 Prepare crusts as directed on package. On lightly floured surface, roll each crust into 12-inch circle. Using 4-inch round cutter, cut each into 5 circles for a total of 20 circles. Reroll remaining dough scraps to cut 4 more circles for a total of 24.
3 Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling onto half of each circle. Moisten edge of each with water. Fold in half; press edge with a fork to seal. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Pierce top of each with fork to vent.
4 Bake 25 minutes or until light golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature. Serve with desired toppings. Serving Suggestion : Serve empanadas with assorted toppings, such as sour cream, salsa or guacamole.