Piononos

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Cut ends from plantains and peel fruit.
3. 3
   Cut each plantain lengthwise into 4 slices.
4. 4
   In a 12-inch nonstick skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saute slices in batches, without crowding, until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes on each side (use 2 spatulas to turn slices).
5. 5
   With a spatula transfer plantains as sauteed to brown paper to drain.
6. 6
   When plantains are cool enough to handle, shape each slice into a ring, with ends overlapping by about 1 inch, and secure ends with a wooden pick.
7. 7
   Arrange rings, without touching, in a large baking dish and fill centers with black beans.
8. 8
   Bake rolls in middle of oven until beans are heated through, about 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Mound Monterey Jack on top of beans and bake until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes.