Indulge in a culinary journey with our exploration of the tantalizing bacon and egg empanadas, a delectable treat that harmoniously blends savory bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, and the crispy, golden embrace of an empanada crust. These delightful pockets of flavor will transport you to the vibrant streets of Latin America, where the aroma of sizzling bacon and eggs fills the air, promising a sensory experience that will leave you craving more. Embark on this culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets to crafting the perfect bacon and egg empanadas, guiding you through the process of selecting the finest ingredients, mastering the art of empanada dough, and achieving the ideal balance of flavors. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the harmonious union of bacon, eggs, and the irresistible charm of empanadas.
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BACON AND EGG EMPANADAS
This recipe is different than empanadas I have seen here. This can also be made ahead of time and reheated later. *OAMC*
Provided by kzbhansen
Categories Breakfast
Time 35m
Yield 8 empanadas, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375.
- Stir together the first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl until blended; stir in cheese.
- Melt butter in a 9 inch skillet over medium heat; add eggs and cook without stirring until eggs begin to set on bottom. Draw spatula across bottom of skillet to form large curds. Continue cooking until eggs are slightly thickened but still moist. (Do NOT stir constantly).
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- Flatten each bisquit into about a 5 inch circle.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the tops of dough circles, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.
- Top evenly with eggs and bacon.
- Fold dough circles in half over mixture, pinching edges to seal.
- Place 2 inches apart in a 15 x 10 jelly roll pan coated with pam.
- Brush top of doughs evenly with egg white.
- Press sealed edges with the tines of a fork.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake at 375 14-16 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove empanadas with a spatula onto a wire rack.
- Serve Warm.
- Leftovers store in a ziplock bag after completely cooled, then place in the refridgerator.
- To reheat wrap in paper towel and microwave at 50% power for 1-2 minutes.
- *These are good for OAMC*.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.9, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 162.9, Sodium 530.5, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 10.7
BACON AND EGG EMPAñADAS
Categories Cheese Egg Pork Breakfast Brunch Bake Sauté Lunch Ham Gourmet Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. and butter a baking pan.
- On a lightly floured surface with a rolling pin roll out each empanada wrapper into a 7-inch round. Finely grate Cheddar and in a bowl whisk together with eggs and salt and pepper to taste. Chop scallions. In a nonstick skillet heat 1 teaspoon butter over moderately high heat until foam subsides and sauté bacon until golden, about 1 minute on each side. Transfer bacon to a plate and add remaining 2 teaspoons butter to skillet. Heat butter until foam subsides and sauté scallions 15 seconds. Add egg mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until eggs just begin to set but are still very loose, about 30 seconds. Arrange 1 piece bacon 1/4 inch from edge of 1 empanada wrapper and spoon half of egg mixture on top of bacon. Fold empanada wrapper over filling to create a half-moon shape and seal by pressing edges together firmly with a fork. Make another empanada in same manner.
- Transfer empanadas to baking pan and cut a few small slits in top of each empanada to create steam vents. Bake empanadas in middle of oven until golden, about 10 minutes.
COPYCAT STARBUCKS EGG BITES
You can substitute Gruyere cheese for the Swiss and ham for the bacon, or add in small-cut veggies to these copycat Starbucks egg bites. I also like to bake these in small Mason jars for fun single-portion presentations. Serve with avocado slices and fresh fruit for a healthy breakfast. -Maria Morelli, West Kelowna, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Arrange an oven rack at the lowest rack setting; place a second rack in middle of oven. Place an oven-safe skillet on bottom oven rack; preheat oven and skillet to 300°. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil., In a blender, puree first 4 ingredients until smooth, about 20 seconds. Line 6 muffin cups with foil liners. Divide the Swiss cheese and bacon among the muffin cups. Pour egg mixture over top. , Wearing oven mitts, place muffin tin on top rack. Pull bottom rack out by 6-8 in.; add boiling water to skillet. (Work quickly and carefully, pouring water away from you. Don't worry if some water is left in the saucepan.) Carefully slide bottom rack back into place; quickly close door to trap steam in oven., Bake until eggs puff and are cooked to desired degree of doneness, 25-30 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 201mg cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.
Tips:
- For the perfect empanada dough, use a mixture of all-purpose flour and bread flour. This will give the dough the right amount of elasticity and flakiness.
- Be sure to rest the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help the gluten in the flour to relax and make the dough easier to work with.
- When rolling out the dough, be sure to use a light touch. You don't want to overwork the dough, or it will become tough.
- When filling the empanadas, be sure to leave a little bit of space around the edges. This will allow the empanadas to seal properly.
- To seal the empanadas, fold the dough over the filling and press the edges together with a fork. You can also use a pastry wheel to crimp the edges.
- Before baking the empanadas, brush them with an egg wash. This will help them to brown nicely.
- Bake the empanadas until they are golden brown and crispy. This will usually take about 20 minutes.
Conclusion:
Empanadas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy meal, or they can be dressed up for a special occasion. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be an empanada recipe that everyone will love.
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