Episode 15: Empanadas

It's true what they say about the classics- you can never go wrong with them. Empanadas, an Argentinean staple, are the perfect example. They aren't limited to Argentina, though. Anyone can give it a shot, including you! Pick up these ingredients at the grocery store and be prepared for your life to change. Ingredients: - Flour - Eggs - Butter - Water - Ground Beef - Olive Oil - Onions - Peppers - Potatoes - Carrots - Green Olives - Salt - Garlic - Pepper - Paprika - Oregano Directions: Pastry Dough - 1. Dump flour in a bowl and add butter, an egg and water 2. Combine until consistency resembles a crumble 3. Gather dough in a ball and wrap in plastic wrap 4. Chill Filling - 1. Cook beef until browned, season 2. Cook vegetables until browned, season 3. Mix beef and vegetables in a bowl 4. Chill Assembly - 1. Spread dough flat out on a surface dusted with flour 2. Cut out circles with your dough 3. Brush water on the edges of your circles 4. Place one or two spoonfuls of filling in the center 5. Fold your circle over, forming a crescent 6. Brush egg wash over your crescents 7. Bake for 25-35 minutes 8. Enjoy!