Beef & Cheese Empanadas Recipe - (4.5/5)

Ingredients

• 1 lb browned ground beef
• 1/2 medium onion, diced
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1/8 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/8 cup green olives, sliced
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1-1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1/4-1/2 jalapeño, minced (optional)
• 1 cup combination Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 box pie dough
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
• Salt and pepper to taste