Chipa quesu (Chipa mestiza con relleno de queso)

manioc flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is a budget-friendly alternative.

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Celsius.

In a bowl, mix together the manteca (or grasa), eggs, and salt.

Gradually add the harina de maíz and almidón de mandioca to the mixture.

Incorporate the queso Paraguay and crema de leche (or crema ácida) into the dough.

Add a splash of milk as needed to adjust the moisture of the dough.

Form the dough into small balls or shapes and place them on a baking tray.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes until golden.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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