Brazilian recipe
Homemade Cheese Empadinha: A Simple Recipe (Empadinha de queijo)
These delightful cheese-filled savoury pastries feature a crisp, buttery crust and a rich, creamy centre—perfect for gatherings or a satisfying snack.
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Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 whole eggs
250g grated Parmesan or small cubes of Queijo Minas
1 cup full-cream milk
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
Salt to taste
2 whole eggs
250g grated Parmesan or small cubes of Queijo Minas
1 cup full-cream milk
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour and butter in the baking aisle of any local supermarket. For the 'Queijo Minas', look for specialty Latin American food shops or gourmet deli counters. As a substitute for Queijo Minas, a mild, semi-firm white cheese like a young Queso Fresco or a mild paneer works well to achieve the right texture.
Preparation method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, the 3 tablespoons of softened butter, the egg yolk, and a pinch of salt.
- Work the mixture with your fingertips until you achieve a consistent, crumbly dough.
- In a blender, process the whole eggs, your chosen cheese, the remaining tablespoon of butter, and the milk until smooth.
- Line the bottom and sides of individual empada moulds with the prepared dough.
- Pour the blended cheese filling into the moulds, ensuring they are not filled to the very brim.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 minutes, or until the filling is golden and set and the pastry is cooked through.
Observations
The 'empadinha de queijo' is a beloved staple of Brazilian savoury baking, cherished at celebrations, as an afternoon snack, or as a quick bite on the go.
This recipe strikes a balance between ease of preparation and the quintessential experience of a short, crumbly crust paired with a luscious cheese filling. It is an incredibly versatile treat that appeals to all ages, making it a reliable and flavourful addition to your home baking repertoire.
This recipe strikes a balance between ease of preparation and the quintessential experience of a short, crumbly crust paired with a luscious cheese filling. It is an incredibly versatile treat that appeals to all ages, making it a reliable and flavourful addition to your home baking repertoire.
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