Empanada Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven according to pie crust directions.
2. 2
   Chop onion and garlic and place in large pot.
3. 3
   Cook about 5 minutes on medium heat and add ground beef.
4. 4
   Brown meat and drain excess grease.
5. 5
   Place mixture back in pot and add can of tomatoes, salt, and red pepper flakes to taste.
6. 6
   Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Place 1 pie crust in pie plate.
8. 8
   Pour mixture in the crust and spread the cheese over the top (dont be shy).
9. 9
   Place 2nd pie crust over the top and cut 3-4 small slits to vent.
10. 10
    Put pie in oven and bake according to pie crust directions (usually about 20-25 minutes).
11. 11
    Remove from oven and let cool for about 15 minutes before serving.
12. 12
    Goes great with Spanish or Mexican rice.