Arepas

Dienia B.'s Note:

From Debbie who is married to a nice Columbian chap.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 10

• 2 ¾ cups masa harina
• 1⁄3; cup margarine
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 12 ounces cottage cheese
• 2 ½ cups water , hot
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup queso fresco

Directions:

1. Combine masa harina, margarine, salt, and cottage cheese with the hot water.
2. Knead well after each addition until mixture resembles new play dough.
3. Pinch off golf sized balls; press between two ziploc bags into 1/4 inch thick circles.
4. Cook lightly on greased surface of griddle until lightly browned.
5. Serve with butter and queso fresco.

Reviews

[awalde]

Hi dear Dienia!
Your arepas are really great and worth to try!
I used Swiss cheese and exactly sliced "Raclette" cheese. A great and new way to serve both!
Note: If somebody prefers the cheese more melted, then put some seconds into the microwave!
MMHH, you will see!