Tropical Mangú Pastelón

Peel the plantains and cut them into chunks.

In a large pot, boil the plantains in salted water until soft, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain the plantains and mash them in a bowl until smooth. Set aside.

In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté until softened.

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Season with salt, black pepper, and oregano.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a baking dish, layer half of the mashed plantains on the bottom.

Spread the beef mixture over the plantains, then add the optional shredded Queso Blanco and Queso de Papa if using.

Top with the remaining mashed plantains, smoothing it out evenly.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and slightly golden on top.

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