Mashed Plantains

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Sprinkle the plantains with salt and cayenne; drizzle with the oil to coat.
3. 3
   Arrange, cut sides down, on a rimmed baking sheet.
4. 4
   Roast until the cut sides of the plantains begin to caramelize, about 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Turn the plantains; roast 10 minutes more.
6. 6
   Mash the hot plantains on the baking sheet with a potato masher until somewhat smooth (some large chunks should remain).
7. 7
   Transfer to a serving bowl, and drizzle with the lime juice.