Baking cheese turnovers, or “empanadas,” at home transports me back to my wonder years as a child. The day would begin with my mother meticulously preparing the dough, while my father would expertly knead it with a rolling pin, all while my sister and I eagerly awaited our turn to help fill the empanadas with cheese and seal them. As the dough-filled creations were placed in our trusty electric oven, we impatiently waited, anticipating the moment when the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread would fill the air, signaling that our homemade delicacies were almost ready to be savored. These sensory memories of the tantalizing smell, the enticing sight, and the satisfying taste still resonate within me, reminding me of the cherished moments spent with my family and inspiring me in various aspects of my life.