Arepas

Directions

1. 1
   Put the cornmeal in a food processor and grind until fine.
2. 2
   Put the cornmeal in a large bowl with the salt and cheese.
3. 3
   In a small saucepan heat the milk over medium heat until it comes to a steady simmer.
4. 4
   Add the butter to the pan and stir until melted.
5. 5
   Take pan off the heat and add to the cornmeal mixture to form a thick batter.
6. 6
   Fold in the corn kernels.
7. 7
   Let the batter rest about 15 minutes to thicken into a soft dough.
8. 8
   Form 1 inch balls from the dough and flatten with the palm of your hand into 1/4 inch thick disks.
9. 9
   Heat the oil in a large skillet and cook the arepas until golden brown, about 5 minutes on the first side and 3 minutes on the other, working in batches until done.
10. 10
    Serve hot with butter.