It seems like I am finally done with the reconstruction of this blog. I love doing this because I learn so much everytime. What do you guys think of the new colors and layout? Let me know I like to hear your impressions because my readers are one big reason this blog is alive.
I’ve had so much stuff to do these last couple of weeks that I haven’t cooked much. Something that I made, however, was guava and cinnamon mini empanadas for a party we went to last week. I had never made guava empanadas before, but they are now my favorite kind.
I have posted other puff pastry empanada recipes before. Here you can find the recipe for the puff pastry I prepare and here you can see some pictures on how I put them together. For the guava jam all you need is:
Guava and cinnamon filling
Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh guavas cut in quarters (guava seeds are edible, but if you don’t want the crunchiness they add just clean out the seeds before boiling)
- 2 sticks cinnamon
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 TBSP water
Preparation:
- In a medium pot boil all the ingredients for 10 minutes over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and cook for 10 more minutes stirring constantly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using.
If you are tired of Xmas cookies, why not try some Xmas empanadas? I am realizing Xmas is just a couple of days away. I don’t know if I will have time to post anything else here between now and then. So happy holidays to all of you, whatever it is you celebrate this season. I personally wish you a happy Yuletide from my family to yours.
¡Buen provecho!
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Elle
Mmmmm, yum! I can personally attest to how amazing these empanadas taste. They are fab-u-lous! Thanks again, Ben!
i love the new look, Ben–the colors are wonderful, very easy on the eyes. And your blog is nice and organized!
Judy
These were truly incredible and I am so glad that you posted them so I can try my hand…after the holidays that is! Also i love what your wearing! The new layout looks great!
maryann
The blog looks beautiful Ben! So does the empanadas
Ivy
The new look of your blog is great. I’ve never had guavas before but I am sure they must be good. Happy Holidays my friend.
joan nova
I so prefer these to traditional sugar cookies. And, kudos to you, making your own guava paste and shells. I take the short cut with both! The blog looks good…though I kind of miss the pumpkin color.
kat
The blog makeover looks really great & I love the sound of those emapanadas
Peter G
I like the new blog design…and am loving the creativity behind these empanadas. All the best for the festive season!
Jen of a2eatwrite
I love the new design and the empanadas! Come check out my cookies… they were new for me.
Esi
The new layout is great! Nice work.
Bellini Valli
Your new layout is easy to follow Ben. This innovative twist on the empanada is exceptional as well:D
Kiran
This seems like a great recipe, fruit is so versatile that we can always add it to sweet or savoury foods. Will have to give these a go, thanks for inventing this recipe.
Aparna
I like this look very much. I like the new colours better.
I didn’t know empanadas could be filled with guavas. These guavas are ripe, I think these are white inside?
Best wishes for the festive season, Ben and a Happy New Year.
mikky
love the new look… and your guava empanadas are surely intriguing… would love to try some… have a happy holidays, ben…
Nuria
CHICO! Your empanadillas look sooooooo good and so beautiful all lined up
. Never heard of guavas before though.
I like the way your blog looks now Ben. But I miss the drawings in the header… do you plan to place them again or not?
Have a Merry Christmas, enjoy the holidays and be happy
Rico
I adore empanadas makes me remember Portugal at Christmas time. We also used to do fried cakes and sweets. Luv it…cheers
MyKitchenInHalfCups
Well, wow! This is a reconstruct and really excellent. Good looks and flow.
Guava empanadas most original and sound terrific.
Merry Christmas, I know you’ll dine well.
Jude
Damn those empanadas look perfectly baked.
I like the new layout! Very elegant.
Haley W.
These are a great idea! I love the flavor of guava, and this will be a great way incorporate it into the season. Might have to go with storebought jam if I can’t get lucky finding the fruit, but I’m sure that’s an easy workaround. Great recipe!
breadchick
I love the idea of a guava filling!
Mike
I like the new site layout (and am glad you’re back up and running!).
As for the empanadas, I finally had my first ones while I was traveling this past month, and combined with this post (they look awesome), I am now resolved: I must make empanadas soon. I really like the thought of guava filling!
Mochachocolata Rita
oh my oh my oh my…i am a guava lover…and this guava empanada idea is brilliant! i loe love love it…hope i can try soon ^_^
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We tried guava jelly for the first time a few years ago and have been on a mad search for all things guava ever since! This recipe looks delicious!
Bren
que rico. i’ve not made or had these in a looong time. i don’t add cinnamon to mine, either, but these estan buenesimo. great pic, too.
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