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Cheddar Olive Arapas
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8 arapas
Ingredients
- 1 cup fine ground yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup California Black Ripe Olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
Directions
In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, California Ripe Olives, cheddar cheese, green onions and salt. Add melted butter and stir in water, until evenly mixed. Set aside to rest for 10-15 minutes. Divide dough into 8 (2 ounce) portions and form into 2 1/2-inch wide discs. Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Fry cakes for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden.
*serving suggestion: Top with salsa.