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Start the year off with Jose Oquendo's Pastelon (it's basically a lasagna)

Related Topics: Lasagne, Ground beef

I know I'm a few days late, but happy new year, VEBers. While the news this offseason hasn't always been favorable for the Cardinals, one development that garnered near universal praise throughout Cardinalia was the return of Jose Oquendo to the dugout.

So why not celebrate with this recipe for Pastelon from Zenaida Oquendo?

4 ripe plantains

Oil for frying

2 lbs ground beef

12 cup chopped green pepper

12 cup chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 can (8oz) tomato sauce

1 can (17 oz) corn, drained

Sliced cheese

Cut the plantains in lengthwise slices; fry until light brown.