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

Junior Aquino
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This recipe is a must-try for any plantain lover.


Haji Rahman
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Susie Cavazos
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I'm always looking for new recipes to try. This one is definitely going on my list.


Abishek Mandal
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These baked plantains are a great way to add some variety to your meals. They're a delicious and healthy side dish.


Ajogungbe Humphrey
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to showcase the natural flavors of plantains.


Rajitha Amarasingha
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This recipe is a winner! The plantains were cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey.


DreadheadZay Cole
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up ripe plantains.


Gina Miller
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These baked plantains are a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.


Wizard Boy
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook plantains. This recipe is definitely a keeper.


anowar hossen
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. My kids love these baked plantains.


Ankush Singh
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of cheese and toppings, and it's always delicious.


Heather Dazley
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These baked plantains are the perfect side dish for any meal. They're sweet, savory, and oh-so-satisfying.


Deborah Rule
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I'm not a big fan of plantains, but this recipe changed my mind. These baked plantains were delicious!


Tiffany Campbell
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This is my new favorite way to cook plantains. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Malik Asif Hussain Nws AWAN
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I made these baked plantains for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


sk shawon
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These baked plantains are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. I love that they're naturally sweet and filling.


Fahim Uddin
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I love the combination of sweet plantains and salty cheese. This recipe is a perfect balance of flavors.


Stivi Skuka
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These baked plantains were a great way to use up some ripe plantains I had on hand. They were quick and easy to make, and they turned out perfectly.


samanta Islam
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I've never had baked plantains before, but this recipe made me a fan. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


Robyn Hale
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This baked plantain recipe with cheese was a hit! The plantains were perfectly caramelized and the cheese was melted and gooey. I served it with a side of black beans and rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.