Banana Cheese Empanadas Recipe

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   *Cut in small thin slices.

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   Note: the empanadas may be sauted or possibly baked.

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   If you are going to bake them, preheat oven to 375F and butter a cookie sheet.

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   1)Combine flour and salt in a medium-sized bowl.

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   Make a well in the center.

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   2)Pour in the water and stir till reasonably well combined.

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   Then turn out on a floured surface and knead till smooth (5 min).

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   3)Divide the dough into 8 equal parts, and knead each one into a small ball.

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   Set the balls aside.

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    4)Peel the banana and cut it laterally into quarters.

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    Cut each quarter in half lengthwise.

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    5)Roll out each ball of dough into a circle approximately 5 inches in diameter.

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    Place a couple of small cheese slices near the center, and cut a 1/8-inch piece of the banana into several small strips on top of the cheese.

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    Lightly brush the edges of the dough with water, and fold the dough over the filling, as you would a turnover.

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    Crimp the edges securely with a fork.

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    Set the finished empanada aside and repeat till you have 8.

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    6)To Saute/fry: for every four empanadas heat 1 TB butter in heavy skillet and saute/fry over medium heat for about 5 min on each side..

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    To Bake: arrange the empanadas on the buttered cookie sheet, making absolutely sure they are securely closed.

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    (If cheese creeps out during baking, it will burn.)

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    Brush the tops lightly with melted butter, and bake at 375F for 12 to 15 min.

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    Serve warm.

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    from Still Life with Menu

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.