PEACH EMPANADAS (SALLYE)

PEACH EMPANADAS (SALLYE) image

Empanadas (otherwise known as baked pies) are easy to make and are a good addition to any meal.

Provided by sallye bates

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

FILLING
1 pkg sliced frozen peaches , 12 to 14 oz
1/8 c granulated sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 c water
PASTRY
1 pkg premade pie crusts, not frozen (2 per pkg)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400º Partially thaw peaches and pulse in food processor until finely diced (but not pureed) Place peaches, sugar and cinnamon in microwave safe bowl Dissolve cornstarch in water and add to peach mixture Cook on full power for 3-5 minutes until mixture is thickened (stir once during cooking to ensure mixture doesn't get too thick - add a tablespoon of water if necessary) Set aside to cool
2. Remove pie crusts one at a time from package and place on waxed paper With a 6 to 8 inch round cookie cutter (or glass) cut circles of dough Reform left over dough so you can make more circles Use all dough if possible
3. IF YOU HAVE AN EMPANADA MAKER: Place one circle of dough in it and place 1 to 2 tablespoons of peach mixture on one side, then close maker and seal dough into a pie IF YOU DON'T HAVE AN EMPANADA MAKER: Place 1 to 2 tablespoons of peach mixture on one side of dough circle, leaving about 1/2 inch of dough not covered with peaches Fold other side of dough over the mixture and pinch the sides together to seal the peach filling in.
4. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper and place empanadas in a single layer on the sheet Cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown, turning once so both sides will brown Remove from oven and place on cooling rack You may sift powdered sugar over these if desired.
5. ALTERNATE DEEP FRY METHOD Heat cooking oil to medium high. Place empanadas in oil and deep fry for 3-5 minutes until golden brown, turning once. Do not crowd pan, you will have to fry in several batches Remove from oil and drain on cooling rack You may sift powdered sugar over these if desired