From Dairy Management Inc.™
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Empanadas de Mejido
Pastry Dough Ingredients
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Percent (%)
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| All-Purpose Flour |
37.44 |
| Shortening |
26.54 |
| Water, cold |
7.35 |
| Whole Egg, beaten |
3.68 |
| Sugar |
0.80 |
| Salt |
0.80 |
| Vinegar |
0.74 |
Filling Ingredients
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| Queso Fresco, grated |
7.52 |
| Granulated sugar |
6.69 |
| Whole Egg, beaten |
5.35 |
| Raisins |
3.01 |
| Cinnamon |
0.08 |
| Lemon rind, grated |
0.00 |
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100.00
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Procedure for making dough
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| 1. |
Mix together flour, sugar and salt in a bowl. |
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Cut shortening into dry ingredients until it is evenly distributed and the mixture resembles corn meal. |
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Measure water into a cup and beat egg into the water. Stir in vinegar. |
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Combine two mixtures, stirring with a fork until dough comes together. |
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Divide into patties of a size that is easy to work with. Wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. |
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Dough may be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for no more than 2-3 days or in the freezer for several months. If dough is frozen, bring to about 50° F before rolling. |
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Procedure for making filling
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Put sugar, grated cheese, eggs, cinnamon and raisins in a pan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes thick and pudding-like. This will take 20-30 minutes. |
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Take the pan off the heat and add the grated lemon rind. Let this mixture cool completely before using. |
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Procedure for assembling and baking
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Roll pastry on lightly floured surface to approximately 1/8" thickness and cut into 3" circles. |
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Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of a pastry circle and fold in half to form a half moon. Press along the rounded edges of the half moon with a fork to seal. |
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Place the empanadas on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and brush them with a mixture of egg yolk and milk. |
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Bake in a 325°F oven for 12 minutes, or until golden brown. |
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Benefits of Using Dairy Ingredients: |
| Queso Fresco |
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Is a non-melting cheese that softens without flowing. |
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Provides a chewy texture. |
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Tastes fresh and creamy. |
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Contributes eye appeal. |
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Adds to the food's overall nutritional profile by providing protein, vitamins and minerals. |
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| Note: This formula and accompanying Nutrition Facts are provided for demonstration purposes and as a starting point for product development efforts. Dairy Management Inc.TM assumes no liability or responsibility for actual nutrition results. For further assistance, please contact our Technical Support Hotline at 1-800-248-8829. | |
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