Prep. time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 + 40 minutes

These empanadas promise to be a hit at your Halloween party, your Thanksgiving gathering or at any fall party. 

1. Peel and dice the pumpkin.
2. Place the pumpkin, 1/2 kg sugar, cloves and cinnamon into a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the pumpkin is reduced to a purée. 
3. In a bowl, place the flour, remainiing sugar, shortening and salt. Combine well.
4. Gradually mix in the beer to form a smooth dough.
5. Form into small torillas and fill will the pumpkin mixture, sealing the edges with a fork.
6. Bake for about 40 minutes in a 180° C/350° F oven; remove when golden brown.