Beef Empanadas

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil over high heat.
3. 3
   Add the beef, chorizo, onion, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring constantly so that the ingredients are well blended.
5. 5
   Add additional cumin, if desired, and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
6. 6
   Set aside and let the filling cool.
7. 7
   Roll out the pie crust dough and cut out rounds using a 3-inch cutter.
8. 8
   Put 1 tablespoon of filling on half of the round.
9. 9
   Fold the other half of the round over and using a fork, press down on the edge of the dough making sure it is sealed all the way around.
10. 10
    This forms the empanada.
11. 11
    Whisk the egg in a small bowl.
12. 12
    Brush the top of each empanada with the egg wash.
13. 13
    Arrange the empanadas on a nonstick sheet pan and bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
14. 14
    Transfer the empanadas to a serving platter and serve.