Cheese or guava pasta empanadas

Directions

1. Mix flour, salt, and baking powder.

3. Cut shortening into the flour mixture.

4. Using a blender mix egg and water well.

5. Add liquid mixture to flour and mix well using a fork.

6. Divide the dough into 10 pieces.

7. Work each piece at a time with a rolling pin until it is the size of a small plate.

8. Add about a tablespoon of stuffing in the middle, fold in half. These may be stuffed with shredded cheese, guava paste, or seasoned ground beef

9. Secure edges by pressing with a fork.

10. Fry. When done, place on paper towels to absorb extra oil.

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