Cookbook giveaway – Empanadas

EmpanadasThe latest cookbook from Latin American food expert Sandra A. Guiterrez features the world’s most widely eaten hand-held pies: empanadas. Filled with a marvelous array of ingredients, empanads make a perfect snack, everyday meal, decadent dessert, or great party fare. (Read more about these delicious pies in our author interview with Sandra). Empanadas: The Hand-Held Pies of Latin America offers a collection of delicious recipes and tips on creating the perfect mini pie for any occasion, from Argentinian cheesy spinach empanadas to flaky Brazilian shrimp and tomato empanadas to Costa Rican empanaditas stuffed with gooey pineapple jam.

In addition to the many recipes, the book includes an introduction on the history of empanadas, a lesson on dough types and folding techniques, and stunning color photographs. We’re delighted to offer 2 copies to EYB Members in the US and Canada only. One of the entry options is to answer the following question in the comments section of this blog post:

What is your favorite empanada filling?

Please note that you must be signed into the Rafflecopter contest before posting the comment or your entry won’t be counted. The contest ends June 2, 2015.

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68 Comments

  • jd5761  on  May 5, 2015

    ham and cheese – the gooey the cheese the better

  • jupflute  on  May 5, 2015

    cheese!!!

  • MelMM  on  May 5, 2015

    Picadillo. But I'm really not fussy, I like them all.

  • cookcanread  on  May 5, 2015

    I make a pork filling with smoky chipotles that is so good.

  • piratesky  on  May 5, 2015

    Prawns seared in chilli and garlic, fresh diced tomatoes, loads of coriander leaves and a good ewe cheese melted in.

  • jrubotto  on  May 5, 2015

    Chicken~!

  • kimtrev  on  May 5, 2015

    pork

  • kayanelson  on  May 5, 2015

    I haven't had a lot of empanadas but I'd like to try a sweet one for sure.

  • yadajm  on  May 5, 2015

    I'm embarrassed to say I've never had an empanada.

  • sgp  on  May 5, 2015

    corn & cheese

  • trudys_person  on  May 5, 2015

    Shrimp, or a vegetarian filling … Thanks!

  • paulabucharles  on  May 5, 2015

    Cheese!!!

  • contest718  on  May 5, 2015

    beef, habaneros and cheese. love beef patties and the filling inside them in just about any meat pie.

  • Zosia  on  May 6, 2015

    I've only had a few but I quite enjoyed one with tuna

  • sbh2006  on  May 6, 2015

    Pumpkin!

  • hillsboroks  on  May 6, 2015

    Spicy chicken

  • vickster  on  May 6, 2015

    pork

  • Deneenm  on  May 6, 2015

    I like them all! ๐Ÿ™‚

  • Blowfish  on  May 6, 2015

    Picadillo, I guess. But really, how can you pick just one?

  • MmeFleiss  on  May 6, 2015

    Picadillo for sure.

  • dbielick  on  May 6, 2015

    Picadillo

  • jecca  on  May 6, 2015

    I love chorizo and potato.

  • Lrosaly  on  May 6, 2015

    Picadillo

  • nicolthepickle  on  May 6, 2015

    Beef and peppers.

  • meggan  on  May 6, 2015

    Spicy shrimp

  • tasteslike  on  May 6, 2015

    picadillo

  • MangerTout  on  May 7, 2015

    My experience with empanadas is very limited. But the enthusiasm of the author makes me want to try them. They sound like a great food to bring to a picnic.

  • thecharlah  on  May 7, 2015

    picadillo

  • Larkspur  on  May 7, 2015

    Olives!

  • Hally  on  May 7, 2015

    Have only eaten them twice but absolutely loved them, I have had a beef and egg and a chicken empanada.

  • pgarcia  on  May 7, 2015

    Dried apricot!

  • CarbonToe  on  May 9, 2015

    I love Baked Beans and Pickle in mine!

    Gooey mess!

  • matag  on  May 11, 2015

    Pineapple

  • clairew137  on  May 16, 2015

    Picadillo

  • tjnelson1hotmail  on  May 17, 2015

    Spicy steak.

  • love2chow  on  May 18, 2015

    jamaican beef

  • bfg67  on  May 19, 2015

    beef

  • HerBoudoir  on  May 19, 2015

    slow cooked pork

  • percussion03  on  May 20, 2015

    No idea, but I'm sure this book has some great ones. Black beans and squash sounds good.

  • AGENT99  on  May 24, 2015

    beef

  • cambridgecook  on  May 24, 2015

    beef with raisins and olives

  • pandapotamus  on  May 24, 2015

    cheese and jalapeno!

  • Analyze  on  May 25, 2015

    pork!

  • sgump  on  May 27, 2015

    Lamb, rutabaga, potato, and mint . . . okay, so that's a pasty filling, but still!

  • Cheforsini  on  May 27, 2015

    Empanadas all Horno with hardboiled eggs, olives, and a beef

  • bkauf  on  May 27, 2015

    Piccadilly for sure, especially if spicy!!

  • Beckiemas  on  May 27, 2015

    Spicy beans!

  • sillyvy  on  May 28, 2015

    chicken and potatoes

  • JanScholl  on  May 28, 2015

    potatoes and spinach. Yum.

  • lils74  on  May 28, 2015

    Spicy meat is wonderful as a filling!

  • kidzcook  on  May 28, 2015

    Chile Verde

  • annahsgram  on  May 28, 2015

    I love pineapple

  • elenajh  on  May 28, 2015

    Picadillo

  • robm  on  May 28, 2015

    Palm Hearts

  • JordanHamons  on  May 28, 2015

    I don't know if I have a favorite empanada filling… but I love all things sweet!

  • Carpecookie  on  May 29, 2015

    Potato & chorizo empanadas

  • Larrupin  on  May 29, 2015

    Chorizo

  • Nsteinen  on  May 29, 2015

    Picadillo

  • Julia  on  May 30, 2015

    Our favorite restaurant makes duck empanadas and they are wonderful.

  • adelina  on  May 30, 2015

    Spicy chicken

  • florador  on  May 30, 2015

    Corn and spicy chicken

  • Rberger  on  May 30, 2015

    Definitely "fiesta" picadillo with raisins, capers, olives and toasted almonds.

  • hrhacissej  on  May 30, 2015

    Chicken

  • sarahcooks  on  May 30, 2015

    Any kind of meat.

  • Tinybite  on  May 31, 2015

    Well, I have only tried a few so far, I'd say beef=)

  • homeeccentric  on  June 1, 2015

    black beans and squash!

  • Megalaroo  on  June 1, 2015

    Pork! ๐Ÿ™‚

  • cstcroix  on  June 2, 2015

    Chicken! Spicier the better.

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