Arepas

Description
10 Servings

Ingredients

 * 2 cups corn flour for arepas
 * 1 tsp salt
 * ½ cup grated white cheese
 * 2 cup cool water (or more if needed)

Directions

 * 1) In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and white cheese.
 * 2) stir in water to make a firm dough.
 * 3) Let it rest for 5 minutes.
 * 4) Divide the dough into 10 pieces and form each piece into a ball.
 * 5) Flatten the ball slightly.
 * 6) Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
 * 7) Oil a griddle very lightly and warm it over medium heat.
 * 8) Cook the arepas on the griddle for about 5 minutes on each side.
 * 9) Transfer the arepas to a baking sheet and bake 20 to 25 minutes.