MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06 Title: Breakfast Empanadas Categories: Pastry, Pork, Potatoes, Cheese Yield: 30 servings 1/2 lb Fresh chorizo 9 lg Eggs; divided 2 c Frozen shredded hash brown - potatoes 1 c Mozzarella cheesep; shredded 1/2 c Sharp cheddar cheese; - shredded 1/4 ts Salt 1/4 ts Pepper 1/8 ts Garlic powder 42 oz Empanada dough discs - (3 bags); thawed Oil; for deep-fat frying Salsa verde, sour cream & - sliced avocado (optional) In a large skillet, cook chorizo over medium heat until cooked through, 6-8 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Set aside. Return pan to stove. In a large bowl, whisk 8 eggs. Add to skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in chorizo, hash browns, cheeses, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Beat remaining egg, brush over edges of dough discs. Place 3 tb filling on 1 side of each disc. Fold dough over filling. Pinch edges and press to seal. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375 F. Fry empanadas, a few at a time, until golden brown, 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. If desired sprinkle with additional salt. If desired, serve with salsa verde, sour cream, and avocado. Recipe by Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California RECIPE FROM: https://www.tasteofhome.com Uncle Dirty Dave's Archives MMMMM