pie crust empanadas

• ​3 Tbsp of butter/oil
• 1 white onion, diced
• 2-3 Tbsp. minced garlic
• Salt and pepper
• 2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1 Tbsp. dried oregano
• 2-3 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 2 store-bought pie crusts
• 1 whisked egg

1. Sauté onions & garlic in oil/butter over medium heat until soft and fragrant.
2. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, oregano, & cumin.
3. Add in ground beef and cook.
4. Roll out pie crusts and use a (6-inch circular) cookie cutter/glass/bowl to cut out circles of empanada dough. Put filling on the middle of each dough circle.
5. Fold the dough circles in half and press the edges shut with a fork.
6. Brush tops with egg wash, and bake at at 375°F until golden on top, about 15 minutes.

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