Cheesy Shrimp & Procciutto Empanadas Recipe

Name: Cheesy Shrimp & Procciutto Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed; flour, for dusting; 1 cup shredded fresh parmesan cheese; olive oil flavored cooking spray; 2 tablespoons Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup onion, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup cleaned shrimp (rough-chopped); 1 cup chopped prosciutto or 1 cup other lean ham; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
flour, for dusting
1 cup shredded fresh parmesan cheese
olive oil flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup cleaned shrimp (rough-chopped)
1 cup chopped prosciutto or 1 cup other lean ham
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon black pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 400F Put oven racks in upper and lower thirds of oven.
2
In a separate bowl spray the 1 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese sparingly with the Olive Oil Spray, then toss with 2 Tablespoons of Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix...set aside.
3
Heat olive oil in a large saute pan, and add onions; cook for 10 minutes until golden and softened.
4
Add the the garlic and cook for 2 minutes more.
5
Add the shrimp, salt, paprika, and pepper; stir well to incorporate, add chives, Prociutto or ham and toss just before removing from the heat; set aside.
6
On a lightly floured cutting board using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll one sheet of puff pastry at a time to 1/8-inch thick.
7
Make 8 circles using a cookie cutter from each pastry sheet, totaling 16 dough circles.
8
Moisten the rim of the dough with your index finger dipped in water.
9
Spoon 2 tablespoons of filling onto the center of each piece of dough, top with seasoned shredded cheese and fold dough in half, enclosing filling.
10
Press edges together to seal, then crimp with your fingers or with the tines of a fork.
11
Place the empanadas on 2 baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
12
Lightly brush empanadas with the egg wash and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden, switching position of sheets halfway through baking from bottom to top rack.
13
Transfer the empanadas to a rack to cool at least 5 minutes.
14
Serve warm or at room temperature.

432

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed, flour, for dusting, 1 cup shredded fresh parmesan cheese, olive oil flavored cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Shrimp & Procciutto Empanadas falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Shrimp & Procciutto Empanadas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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