Hands folding pastries on a floured board

October 16, 2026 · 60 min

Cheese empanadas folded at the board

Uses fresh cheese, onions, eggs and ají amarillo. Folded by hand on a floured board and baked until golden.

Edelmira stirring a pot at her small stove

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