Bogotá Arepa de Queso 🌽

Method

1. 1

   Whisk the corn flour with salt and water, then add milk gradually until the dough is soft but not wet.

2. 2

   Rest it five minutes, then roll into balls and flatten into thick discs, pressing a thumbprint in the edge.

3. 3

   Griddle in butter over medium heat until pale-gold crusts form and the edges crack slightly, a few minutes each side.

4. 4

   Split open while hot and pack in a thick layer of grated salty cheese so it melts into the steam.

5. 5

   Stack them back on the dry griddle for a minute so the cheese sets, and serve hot.