BAKED PLANTAIN WITH CHEESE

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A popular South American way to serve plantain. Simple and delicious. Optional: Serve with aji criollo.

Provided by siulinskitchen

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 plantains, ends cut off and peels removed
1 tablespoon butter, melted
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/3-inch slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place plantains on the prepared baking sheet; brush plantains with butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Turn plantains and bake on other side until golden brown, about 15 more minutes.
  • Remove plantains from oven and make a horizontal slit down the middle of each; stuff with mozzarella cheese slices.
  • Bake until cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.3 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Cholesterol 51.6 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 399 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

Theresa Ward
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This looks delicious. Can't wait to try it.


year hossin
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I'll try this recipe soon!


SzoPoszeidon
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Yum!


Jomax JJ
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I love that I can use up leftover plantains and turn them into something so tasty.


naveed gaming
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet plantains and the melted cheese. I will definitely be making this again.


Memuna Esi Abakah
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I've never had baked plantain before, but this recipe made me a fan. The plantains were soft and sweet, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.


Sheikh Bilal
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use up leftover plantains and turn them into something so delicious.


Hailey Gaddis
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I love this recipe! The plantains are so sweet and delicious, and the cheese is melted and gooey. I always make a double batch because it never lasts long.


Victor Omondi
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This was a great way to use up some leftover plantains. The recipe was easy to follow and the plantains turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Jerry Lentz
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The plantains are crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. The cheese is melted and gooey. Yum!


Redwan Hossain
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Delicious! The plantains were perfectly cooked and the cheese was melted and gooey. I served it with black beans and rice, and it was a hit.


Gulzar Nawaz
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Easy to make and very tasty. I used a mix of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and it was perfect. Will definitely be making this again.


Amanda Eaton
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The plantains were soft and sweet, and the cheese was melted and bubbly. My family loved it!


md jihad
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This plantain recipe is a winner! The combination of sweet plantain, gooey cheese, and savory spices is absolutely delicious. I especially loved the crispy edges of the plantain. Will definitely be making this again.