Makkaroni-Empanadas
A delicious twist on empanadas filled with cheesy macaroni and a medley of spices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 package empanada dough
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix cooked macaroni, cheese, bell peppers, onions, and garlic powder.
- Roll out the empanada dough and cut into circles.
- Place a spoonful of the macaroni mixture in the center of each circle.
- Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the top with beaten egg.
- Place the empanadas on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add jalapenos to the filling.
- Serve with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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