CHORIZO, SPINACH AND CHEESE EMPANADAS

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A flaky pie crust encloses flavorful chorizo, spinach, cheese and salsa. Your taste buds will thank you for making this empanada!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb chorizo or Italian sausage
1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
2/3 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 1/4 cups Mexican cheese blend (5 oz)
1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in spinach and salsa. Stir in cheese.
  • On ungreased large cookie sheet, unroll pie crusts. Cut each pie crust in half. Divide sausage mixture onto half of each crust half, spreading to within 1/2 inch of edge.
  • Fold untopped portion of each crust over filling; press with fork, or roll and flute with fingers to seal. Prick tops of empanadas several times with fork. Brush with beaten egg.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with additional salsa, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 860, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 6 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1810 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Darkshow
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These empanadas were a fun and easy project to make with my kids. They loved helping me fill and fold them.


Raja sameer Khan
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I'm not a big fan of chorizo, but I loved these empanadas. The spinach and cheese really balanced out the flavor.


Aaliyah Basdeo
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These empanadas were a great way to use up leftover chorizo and spinach.


erum ansari
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The empanada dough was a bit too thick for my taste, but the filling was very flavorful.


Katara
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These empanadas were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They were so delicious!


Dani ali
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I love the versatility of these empanadas. I've tried them with different fillings and they're always delicious.


Nasibu King
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These empanadas were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Yousef Jbr
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I've made these empanadas several times and they're always a hit. They're easy to make and everyone loves them.


Sunny Lover
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These empanadas were perfect! The dough was flaky and the filling was flavorful.


JOSE BARRAGAN
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The chorizo and spinach filling was delicious, but the empanada dough was a bit dry.


Quarm Silas
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These empanadas were a great appetizer for my party. They were easy to make and everyone loved them.


krystle smith
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The empanadas were easy to make and tasted delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Stephen Brown
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I followed the recipe exactly and the empanadas turned out great! My family loved them.


Sidra Khan
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These empanadas were a bit too greasy for my taste, but the filling was very flavorful.


Rj Fakhar Bhatti
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I love the combination of chorizo, spinach, and cheese in these empanadas. They're so delicious and easy to make.


Sajawal parhar Sajawal parhar
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These empanadas were a hit at my party! The chorizo and spinach filling was flavorful and the cheese melted perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.