TRADICIONAL SONSO Ó PASTEL DE YUCA I RECETA FACIL Y RAPIDA - POCHOLITA

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Cottage cheese provides a lower-fat option while maintaining creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a lower-calorie option.

Cook the yuca until tender and warm, pre-prepared to save time.

Grate the queso criollo cheese.

In a mixing bowl, mash the cooked yuca.

Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the mashed yuca.

Season with salt to taste, about 1 tablespoon.

Add 2 eggs to the mixture.

If the mixture is too dry, add a bit of milk.

Mix well to combine all ingredients and ensure a smooth texture.

Divide the mixture into two parts and place in a greased baking dish.

Layer cheese into the mixture as desired, adding some on top as well.

Add small pieces of butter on top to help brown the cheese.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).

Bake in the oven until golden brown, checking periodically as ovens vary in cooking time.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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