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Arepas Makes approx. 14 arepas

Preparation

  • Mix flour and salt.
  • Add cubed butter. stir. once water is boiling, add about half quart to the bowl.
  • Stir with a large spoon to combine.
  • Work the butter through the dough as it forms.
  • Add water in stages until a sticky dough forms.
  • Allow dough to cool slightly before adding cheese.
  • Fold in the queso fresco and mozzarella.  
  • Form them into arepa shape. 
  • Griddle on 400 degree griddle or saute pan with a small amount of neutral oil.
  • Heat pan, place arepa, let griddle until a crust forms, for 2-4 minutes.
  • Flip the arepa, cook for a further 2-4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. 

Ingredients

  • 10 oz (about 2 cups) white masarepa
  • 1/2 oz (about 1 tablespoon) salt
  • 1 oz (2 tablespoons) butter, cut into small cubes
  • 2.75 oz (about 3/4 cup) queso fresco, grated
  • 2.75 oz (about 3/4 cup) part-skim mozzarella
  • 1/5 quart (about 3/4 cup) hot water

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