These savory and sweet empanadas are stuffed with a yummy
combination of ground beef, cinnamon, almonds and raisins.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup raisins
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 pound ground beef or turkey
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16-ounce) jar ORTEGA Salsa -
Thick & Chunky (Medium), divided use
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
1 pound frozen bread dough, thawed
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Combine raisins and vinegar in small bowl;
soak for 15 to 20 minutes or until raisins are plump.
Cook beef, onion and garlic in large skillet
until beef is browned; drain.
Add 1/2 cup salsa, almonds, raisins, sugar, cinnamon and salt.
Bring to a boil. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes
or until flavors are blended.
Divide dough into 6 pieces; roll into balls.
On well-floured board, roll each ball into a 6-inch circle.
Place 1/2 cup meat filling on bottom half of circle; sprinkle with cheese. Fold top half of dough over filling; crimp edges with tines of fork. Pierce top with fork. Place on greased cookie sheet; brush with egg.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden. Serve with remaining salsa.