Empanadas de Jamón y Queso (Ham and Cheese Empanadas)

Makes 12 empanadas

Ingredients:

½ lb cooked ham, finely chopped
½ lb provolone cheese, finely chopped
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
ground black pepper to taste
12 puff pastry-style empanada discs (from grocer's freezer)
beaten egg, for brushing

Directions:

Mix together the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl until you obtain a uniform mixture. Fill the empanada discs with a heaping tablespoon of filling, and firmly seal them shut by crimping the edge with a fork. Place the empanadas on a greased baking sheet, and brush the tops with beaten egg. Bake in an oven preheated to 375ºF for 20 minutes.

Recipe courtesy of Rossana López

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