Cornmeal Empanadas

Directions

Cook ground beef; drain.

Simmer together filling ingredients.

Combine flour, cornmeal and salt in a bowl.

Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Add ice water, alittle at a time, until dough froms a ball.

Cover and let rest for 10 min.

Divide into two balls; roll half on a floured surface to a 16- inch circle.

Cut into four 7½ in. rounds. Put ½ of filling on each round.

Brush with combined egg and water. Fold to form half circles; crimp edges to seal.

Repeat with other dough and fil Bake on greased baking sheet 25 to 30 minutes at 400℉ (200℃). until lightly browned.

Serve with additional taco sauce, if desired.