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Pinto Bean, Green Olive, and Sweet Potato Turnovers [Vegan]
I think I could eat one of these turnovers every day for lunch and be quite happy. I’d be grinning like the Cheshire Cat day after day after day. They have everything I love: beans, olives, sweet potato, smoky cumin, and crust. Especially crust. I like... Read More
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How to Prepare Pinto Bean, Green Olive, and Sweet Potato Turnovers [Vegan]
For the Crust:
- In a food processor, combine the flours, salt and cumin. Pulse a few times.
- Add the coconut oil and shortening and process until you get a fine-chunky mixture. With the processor on, slowly pour in the water and process until the dough gathers in a ball.
- Remove and knead a few times then divide the dough in half and cover each portion with plastic wrap and chill until firm.
For the Filling:
- In a large bowl, lightly mash the pinto beans and the sweet potato.
- Add the remaining ingredients and stir well. Set aside until ready to assemble the turnovers.
Assemble the Turnovers:
- Line two baking sheets with parchment and preheat the oven to 350F.
- Working with one piece of dough at a time, roll out onto a lightly floured surface and cut into rounds. Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheets.
- Scoop up a couple of tablespoons of the filling and place off-center on a dough round. Brush the edge with water and carefully fold one side of the dough over the other; crimp with a fork and then prick a few holes in the tops of the turnovers. Proceed with remaining rounds. If desired, lightly brush the turnovers with nut milk. There will be leftover filling – time to get creative.
- Bake the turnovers for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately or allow to cool, wrap well and store in the freezer for later.





Looks delicious! Where do you find vegan shortening? I don’t generally use such items to cook so I have no idea