Argentinean Empanadas Meat Pies

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Steps

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If using frozen dough , allow to thaw.

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Cut pastry into rounds of any size from about 2 inches to 5 inches and set aside.

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In a small skillet saute the beef , onion , and garlic in butter over a moderate flame for 5 minutes.

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Add the salt , pepper , thyme , cumin , cayenne , and tomato and reduce the heat to a simmer.

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Cook , stirring occasionally , for 10 minutes.

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Soak the raisins in boiling water for 10 minutes , then drain thoroughly.

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Add the raisins , olives , and eggs , and stir to combine.

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Divide the filling among the pastry rounds.

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Moisten the edges of the pastry with water or milk and fold in half over the meat , sealing the edges with the tines of a fork.

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Bake on an ungreased baking sheet in a preheated 400f oven for 20 to 25 minutes , until well browned.

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Serve hot or at room temperature.

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Makes 6 to 15 , depending on size.

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Ingredients

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refrigerated pie crusts, cooked beef, onion, garlic cloves, butter, salt & freshly ground black pepper, dried thyme, cumin, cayenne pepper, tomatoes, raisins, pimento stuffed olive, hard-boiled eggs