Sopes

* Exported from MasterCook *

Sopes

Recipe By : Ortega Cookbook
Serving Size : 16 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories :
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/4 cup shortening or lard
2 cups masa harina
1 1/4 cups warm water
1 4 oz. can diced green chiles
3 tablespoons vegetable oil -- divided
1 16 oz. can refried beans -- warmed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese OR
Cotija cheese, crumbled
mild thick & chunky salsa
sour cream

Cut shortening into flour in large bowl with pastry blender
or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add water, kneading until smooth. Add chiles; mix
well. Divide dough into 16 small balls. Pat each ball into 3
inch patty; place on waxed paper. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in
large skillet over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Cook
patties for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown,
adding additional oil as needed. Top with beans, cheese,
salsa and dollop of sour cream. Makes 16 appetizers. Typed
by Lynn Thomas dcqp82a. Source: Ortega Cookbook.



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