Name: Empada De Palmito Hearts Of Palm Pastry
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 12 pastries
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced; 1/4 cup cold water; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 can (14 oz) hearts of palm, drained and chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup cream cheese; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold diced butter and use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Gradually add the cold water and mix until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the chopped hearts of palm to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for a few minutes until the hearts of palm are slightly tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Then, stir in the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles for the pastry shells.
Fill each pastry shell with a spoonful of the hearts of palm filling. Fold over the edges to seal the pastries, creating a half-moon shape. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the Empadas De Palmito to cool slightly before serving.

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