Empanadas are fried, baked or air-fried hand pies that have either a savory or sweet filling, which is very popular in South America. They are also known as empanadillas (or pastelillos), depending on ...

These unique savory empanadas are a favorite in Argentina. Instructions: Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes, or until golden. Add the sugar and ...

Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now. Cut empanada dough in half. Cover half with plastic wrap and return to refrigerator. Roll out dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch ...

Just because the expense-account lunch is largely a thing of the past doesn’t mean that you can’t still enjoy the meal, even celebrate it. Instead of depending on the kindness of menus, use a little ...

Empanadas — those familiar, golden, hand-held pies — are popular throughout Central and South America, from Mexico to the southernmost tip of Argentina. But in Chile, they are something of an ...

The crinkled rending of paper, tape and ribbon. The tinkle of ornaments jostled. Giddy laughter, and the caroling tones of José Feliciano or Bing Crosby in the background. Christmas morning is a treat ...

Either way, and with either filling, they were superb. The trick to making cheese empanadas is to use cheese that melts easily. I looked through several recipes to try to get a consensus, but all I ...