Traditional New Mexico Empanads
INGREDIENTS
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Pastry Ingredients:
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1 stick butter
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1 1/2 cups flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon cider vinegar
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2 tablespoons very cold water or milk
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1 tablespoon oil
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1 egg, beaten with 2 tbs. water
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4-oz. cream cheese at room temperature
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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Filling Ingredients:
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2-lb pork
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1/2 teaspoon allspice
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2 cups chopped raisins
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1 teaspoon nutmeg
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2 cups applesauce
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1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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2 cups sugar
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1 cup pinon nuts or other nuts
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