Empanadas II

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Place diced potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain.

Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil then onion. Toss lightly to coat. Saute onion for 5 minutes then add cooked potatoes. Saute mixture an additional 10 minutes until onions are caramelized and potatoes are lightly browned.

Place potatoes and onions in a large bowl. Add hard-cooked eggs olives and raisins. Mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Roll out pastry and cut 32 3-inch circles. Place a heaping tablespoon of filling on one half of each circle. Fold pastry in half and crimp edges with a fork. Place empanadas on a baking sheet and brush each one with beaten egg.

Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown. Serve hot.