Arepas con queso inspiradas em Encanto

Ingredientes

• 3 cups warm water
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups pre-cooked white cornmeal (arepa flour, see note)
• 1 1/2 cups pre-cooked yellow cornmeal (arepa flour, see note)
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (separated in half)

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine water and salt.

2. 2

   Mix in cornmeal and cheese, and let sit for 5 minutes

3. 3

   Knead until smooth and holds together with a play-dough like consistency (3-5 mins), add more water if necessary.

4. 4

   Divide the dough into evenly sized balls; 8 for large or 10 for smaller).

5. 5

   Wet hands to help shape patties. Press until they are about ½ inch thick.

6. 6

   Over medium-low heat, preheat a lightly greased large pan.

7. 7

   Add the arepas and cook on each side for about 5 minutes. Both sides should be browned and the arepa should be cooked through and not wet!

8. 8

   Allow the arepas to cool slightly (enough so that you can touch them without burning yourself!) Slice them in half and fill with the remaining cheese.

9. 9

   Put the arepas back on the pan and cook for a few more minutes on both sides until the cheese is all melty, gooey and delicious!