Bacon and Cheese Empanadas

📝 Ingredients

• 1/2 pound bacon (diced (about 1/2 cup cooked))
• 2 cups Gouda cheese (shredded)
• 1 package frozen empanada discs (large size)
• Canola oil (for frying)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Use a rolling pin to roll out each empanada disc to about 1/4 inch thickness, then use a cookie cutter to cut out 3 small circles (I use a 3 1/4 inch cutter).
2. 2Mix the bacon and shredded cheese in a bowl.
3. 3Place about 2 teaspoons of filling into the center of the disc.
4. 4Fold the empanada in half and seal the edges with a fork.
5. 5While you form the empanadas, heat about 2 inches of canola oil in a frying pan on medium heat.
6. 6Cook the empanadas for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown. Drain them on a paper towel, then serve.