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Baked Plantains with Guava & Cheese

Plátanos Asados con Bocadillo y Queso – Baked Plantains with Guava and Cheese

10-15 min Prep Time

25 min Cook Time

4-6 Servings

199 Calories

19g Carbohydrates

11g Total Fat

9.3g
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 2 cups grated cheese (mozzarella or fresh cheese that melts)
  • 2 ripe plantains, peeled
  • 3 ounces guava paste (bocadillo), sliced into thin strips (approximately 85 grams)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 390°F.
  2. Make a lengthwise slit along each plantain, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  3. Gently open the slits and brush the inside of each plantain with melted butter.
  4. Fill the slits with slices of guava paste (bocadillo).
  5. Place the plantains flat on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 35 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle grated cheese over the top.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Serve warm with roasted chicken and sliced vegetables.
     
NUTRITION FACTS

PER SERVING

Calories: 199
Protein: 9.3g
Carbohydrate: 19g
Fiber: 1.9g
Total Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6.2g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Calcium: 193mg
Sodium: 252mg

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