Birthday Empanadas

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3.Stir in the corn, olives, cheddar cheese, cumin, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

4.Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro. Let the filling mixture cool slightly.

5.On a lightly floured surface, roll out the empanada dough. Use a round cutter to cut out circles.

6.Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, then crimp the edges with a fork to seal.

7.Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops of the empanadas with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

8.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown and crispy.

9.Serve the birthday empanadas warm and enjoy the delicious flavors!