Gaby's Kitchen

Mix masarepa, salt, room temperature water, and butter together.

Continue mixing until it thickens and doesn't stick to your hands.

Cover the mixture and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Divide the dough and shape it into discs.

Wet your hands a little to help shape the arepas.

Cook in a cast iron skillet with a little oil for 5 minutes on each side until brown spots appear.

Optionally, place in the oven to melt the cheese.

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