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Ham and Cheese Empanadas

Recipe #5 · Argentinian · September 12, 2026

Ham and Cheese Empanadas

They never fail. Ham and Port Salut wrapped in tapas de empanada and sealed with a repulgue.

ServesMakes 12
Time45 min
LevelEasy

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Cut the ham and cheese into small cubes. Mix them in a large bowl by hand until you get an even mix.
  2. Make up to 12 ham and cheese balls.
  3. Put a filling ball on each disc of dough.
  4. Close in half, pressing the edge with your fingers.
  5. Seal with a fork or make the traditional “repulgue” fold.
  6. Bake at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes.

Tip: Keep the filling cold and the balls compact so the empanadas close easily and don't leak.

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