Pastelón (Puerto Rican Plantain "Lasagna")

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Traci Richter

Just a wife and mom trying to navigate meals!

4 ripe plantains, about 3 to 3 ¼ pounds

½ cup vegetable oil

1 pound ground beef (preferably ground round) or ground turkey

1 teaspoon adobo seasoning blend

1 ½ teaspoons sazón flavoring blend, store-bought or homemade, optional

1 small white onion, minced (about 1 cup)

1 green bell pepper, minced (about 1 cup)

1 tablespoon recaito flavoring base ( store-bought or homemade), or 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

6 pimento-stuffed green olives , sliced

1 teaspoon capers

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 cup tomato sauce

2 cups Monterey jack, cheddar, or mozzarella cheese, divided

2 large eggs

½ teaspoon baking soda

subheading: Special Equipment:

Instant-read, fryer, or candy thermometer

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