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Spinach Empanadillas


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  • Author: Living the Gourmet
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 dozen 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup raisins, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tbs. olive oil
  • 1 lb. of fresh baby spinach
  • 2 oz. can of anchovies, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of walnuts, chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 sheets of puff pastry
  • Salt and Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

For the Filling:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron frying pan; add the spinach and toss over a low heat, just until it begins to wilt.
  2. Add the chopped anchovies, garlic, and a dash of salt and black pepper, and toss over a low heat for a minute or two; then toss in the raisins and chopped nuts.
  3. Remove from the pan and place in a colander; then set in a bowl to cool down.

For the Empanadillas:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry dough to ¼ inch thickness.
  3. Using a cover to a large jar, cut out approximately 20 rounds, then re-roll the scraps and cut these into rounds as well.
  4. Place a tablespoon of the filling in the center of each round. Brush the edges with a little water, then fold and seal, pressing together with the edge of a fork. Brush each one with the egg wash.
  5. Place the pies on a prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15 – 20 minutes until puffed and a beautiful golden color is achieved.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Spanish