Cook the beef in a large skillet until it is no longer pink.
Add chili powder paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, pepper, salt, and tomato sauce. Stir till combined.
Cook for another minute, then stir in the beans and heat.
Preheat the oven to 350° and spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray.
Roll out the dough to 1/8th inch thickness. Use a small bowl or large cookie cutter. Turn the bowl upside down and press down to cut a large circle. Cut out circles as close together as possible. Gather any remaining dough and gently press back together, then reroll and cut out more circles, until all the dough has been used.
Place a tablespoon of beef in the middle of the circle. Add a teaspoon of cheese to the meat.
Dip your finger in water and dampen the edge of the dough. Fold the circle over and press together to seal.
Use a pastry brush and brush the pies with the beaten egg.
Use a fork and seal the edges of the pies. Place on the pan.
Repeat with remaining pies.
Place the pan in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the pies are golden brown.
Remove and serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
You can add corn or tomatoes or other finely chopped vegetables to this for more flavor.
Serve these with sour cream, pico de gallo, salsa, or guacamole.
Be sure to chill the dough before rolling to keep it from sticking. This dough holds together well and rolls out smooth. It is good to chill, but won’t roll out until it has warmed up a bit from being in the fridge. It will also warm up slightly as you begin to roll it out.
Keep the dough covered with a slightly damp towel to keep them from drying out while you are working, especially if you haven’t pre-made the filling.