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Pasta de Bocadito

Cultural Context

Originating from Cuba, Pasta de Bocadito is a beloved treat often served at celebrations and family gatherings. These delightful pastry bites showcase the island's rich culinary heritage, blending influences from Spanish and African cuisines. Today, they are enjoyed not only in Cuba but also among Cuban communities worldwide, often filled with sweet or savory ingredients to suit various tastes.

CubanCUappetizer
45 min
medium
24 servings
Servings4
8 oz Kite Hill cream cheese
1/2 cup The Chosen Foods mayonnaise
2 cans (4.25 oz each) deviled ham spread
1/4 cup sweet relish
1/4 cup finely chopped and drained pimentos
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

1

Start by gathering all ingredients: 8 oz Kite Hill cream cheese, 1/2 cup The Chosen Foods mayonnaise, 2 cans of deviled ham spread, 1/4 cup sweet relish, 1/4 cup finely chopped and drained pimentos, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.

2

In a mixing bowl, add the 8 oz of softened Kite Hill cream cheese.

3

Add 1/2 cup of The Chosen Foods mayonnaise to the bowl.

4

Open and add 2 cans of deviled ham spread into the mixture.

5

Eyeball and add 1/4 cup of sweet relish.

6

Eyeball and add about half of a 1/2 cup jar of finely chopped and drained pimentos.

7

Add 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper to the mixture.

8

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

9

If using as a dip, serve with paleo gluten-free crackers or regular Saltines if dietary restrictions allow.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

BocaditosCuban Pastry Bites

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