Holly's LATimes Empanadas

Directions

1. 1
   cook onions in large pan til tender, but not browned.
2. 2
   add beef and brown lightly, stirring to beak into small pieces.
3. 3
   add raisins, cumin seeds, oregano, and olives with bouillon powder and water.
4. 4
   cover and simmer 30 minutes.
5. 5
   season to taste with freshly ground pepper (and salt if necessary).
6. 6
   remove from heat and stir in chopped boiled eggs.
7. 7
   cool.
8. 8
   place one tablespoon filling in center of round pastry, fold over, and seal edges.
9. 9
   ( i buy la saltenas para hornear) you can use pastry crust, bread dough, or won ton covers, cut into 4-5 inch circles.
10. 10
    brush tops with 1 beaten egg mixed with 1 TB water.
11. 11
    I bake on buttered foil on cookie sheet at 375 degrees, 20 minutes or til browned.