This post has been sponsored by Smithfield and Virginia Pork Council. All views and text are my own.
Christmas is only a few days away and if you’re hosting a holiday get-together like I am, one thing that’s on your list of priorities is the holiday menu. I’m all about the fun, bright and festive ambience when I plan a holiday party or get-together. I love hosting and preparing our home for the holidays. But, when it comes to food preparations, I avoid spending too much time in the kitchen, so I rely on my treasured list of easy-to-fix recipes.
Creating delicious holiday meals can be quick and hassle-free with the help of Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork. With the prep work already done for me, I have more time to spend with family and friends, and less time in the kitchen. Whether I need a quick and easy weeknight dinner, or appetizers dishes for entertaining a crowd, Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork is perfect for any holiday occasion.
I can create holiday meals that are ready in about 30 minutes!
Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork is made from 100% fresh pork with no artificial ingredients and packed with protein. It’s available in a wide variety of fresh cuts, including pork roasts, loin filets, chops, ribs, sirloins, and tenderloins. Slice or cube for faster cooking!
Today, I’m happy to share with you one of my family’s timeless recipes: Festive Pork and Cheese Empanadas made with Smithfield Roasted Garlic & Herb Marinated Fresh Pork Loin Filet.
Growing up, I remember my mother making these delicious appetizers for family get-togethers. I’ve made these empanadas several times for potluck parties and holiday get-togethers with family and friends and I get compliments every time!
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This recipe feeds a crowd for the holidays, so if you’re only feeding a family of five like mine, just cut this recipe in half. Also, remember that fresh pork cuts such as loin filets, boneless loins, sirloin roasts, tenderloins, and pork chops are safe and most delicious when cooked to an internal temperature of 145F followed by a three-minute rest.
I love the ease and versatility that Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork offers. You simply slow-cook, roast, or sauté the pork for a meal that’s perfect for any holiday occasion. Slow-marinated and seasoned to perfection, Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork is available in several flavors, such as Roasted Garlic & Herb, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Slow Smoked Mesquite, Original Recipe, and Steakhouse Mushroom.
I get my Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork products at my local Food Lion store, but they’re also available at Walmart, Safeway, and Harris Teeter stores.
For more product information and recipe inspiration, visit SmithfieldRealFlavorRealFast.com.
This post has been sponsored by Smithfield and Virginia Pork Council. All views and text are my own.
A former school teacher, Jocelyn Brown created Hip Mama’s Place in 2007. Her motto for this blog is: get inspired, create and share! Jocelyn loves sharing about food and recipes, crafts, DIY projects and her random travels with her family. She also loves all things social media, but her latest obsession is Instagram.
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So yummy! I can’t wait to give this recipe a try! It left me drooling..!!
I love empanadas! And these look so easy to make, and would also make my family happy too!
Empanadas are my favorites! So easy to make and so delicious! I need to try your recipe! These will be a hit in my house for sure!
These Pork and Cheese Empanadas look delicious! Making them for our New Year’s party! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
You know, I am not even sure if I have ever tried empanadas! I think these little cute ones look so tasty though!
Empanadas are a delicious treat! I would love to make these, using Smithfield brand!
I have to give this recipe a try! i love all the ingredients, and the photos have my mouth watering!
I have never tried to make homemade empanadas. This recipe looks easy enough for the kids to help me with!
This is amazing! There is this empanada food truck that comes to my work, but I’ve wanted to try and make them at home for a while. Perfect recipe to try!
These festive pork and cheese empanadas look delicious. Thank you for sharing.
Yum! Those sound so tasty… I wouldn’t have thought to have pork with cheese in this way. These would be fab for Christmas eve nibbles.
I’ve never eaten or made empanadas before. These look delicious and like something my family would definitely eat.
OMG! I just love this post. I’m a huge fan of empanadas especially the ones from Argentina. I love this simple recipe and the combination of pork and cheese. Can’t wait to give this recipe a try in the coming weeks:)
SO much deliciousness! I love empanadas, and the idea of using premarinated ham is so great. Love this for parties!
This would be perfect for the kids! They love anything and everything meaty and cheesy.
We love those marinated pork tenderloins, but I never would have thought to use them in empanadas! Definitely giving it a try soon!
These empanadas look like the perfect Christmas snack. Pork and cheese is exactly what I love! So delicious!
I was literally just at the store about an hour ago and I saw this and I didn’t know what I could make with it….I should have picked some up. These look so good!
I don’t eat pork anymore, but I bet my family would love these! I haven’t been brave enough to make empanadas.
These Pork and Cheese Empanadas would be such a savory treat! Perfect for holiday parties or weekend get togethers all year long. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
I love a good empanada. These festive pork and cheese ones sound like they would be really delicious.
That sounds delicious! I am starving right now and these would make a GREAT dinner! I will be making these soon!
These look like friggin’ adorable crowd pleasers!
I’m not a meat eater, but I know the rest of my family would love these! They also look like something that would freeze well for a grab and go snack. My kids always seem to be on the run!
Oh yum, I know I’d love these. What a great flavor combo. I need to make these for our next movie night to snack on.
Now these sound like some delicious festive treats! Anything with cheese in 100% gets me wanting to give it a try and I bet with the pork it tastes delicious.
My husband is from Chile, so we love making and eating delicious empanadas. I love this recipe using pork and cheese. Smithfield is a such great trusted brand!
Those pastries look so perfectly done and the filling is a great mix for anyone who loves pork and cheese. I have never tried this but it looks like a great dish for a holiday gathering.
My family would love your pork and cheese empanadas. They look so yummy and I’d love to serve these at my next gathering. Yum!
We eat these for lunch or a grab and go. Easy to make and you can put anything in them.