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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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!
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 1:14 pm
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!
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 1:23 pm
The blog looks beautiful Ben! So does the empanadas
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 1:24 pm
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.
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 2:51 pm
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.
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 5:44 pm
The blog makeover looks really great & I love the sound of those emapanadas
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 7:24 pm
I like the new blog design…and am loving the creativity behind these empanadas. All the best for the festive season!
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 7:56 pm
I love the new design and the empanadas! Come check out my cookies… they were new for me.
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 10:12 pm
The new layout is great! Nice work.
Posted on December 22nd, 2008 at 11:10 pm
Your new layout is easy to follow Ben. This innovative twist on the empanada is exceptional as well:D
Posted on December 23rd, 2008 at 8:40 am
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.
Posted on December 23rd, 2008 at 9:26 am
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.
Posted on December 23rd, 2008 at 9:44 am
love the new look… and your guava empanadas are surely intriguing… would love to try some… have a happy holidays, ben…
Posted on December 23rd, 2008 at 11:22 am
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
Posted on December 23rd, 2008 at 12:19 pm
I adore empanadas makes me remember Portugal at Christmas time. We also used to do fried cakes and sweets. Luv it…cheers
Posted on December 23rd, 2008 at 6:39 pm
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.
Posted on December 23rd, 2008 at 7:36 pm
Damn those empanadas look perfectly baked.
I like the new layout! Very elegant.
Posted on December 26th, 2008 at 2:58 am
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!
Posted on December 28th, 2008 at 12:03 am
I love the idea of a guava filling!
Posted on January 1st, 2009 at 1:06 am
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!
Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 1:33 pm
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 ^_^
Posted on January 14th, 2009 at 1:40 am
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!
Posted on January 22nd, 2009 at 7:34 pm
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.
Posted on February 1st, 2009 at 6:39 pm
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