Humita
Humita is a traditional dish from northern Argentina that combines the natural sweetness of fresh corn with melted cheese and seasonings. Creamy and comforting, it is perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Chop <quantity>2</quantity> tomatoes
Peel and coarsely grate <quantity>1</quantity> medium piece of butternut squash
Chop <quantity>5</quantity> basil leaves
Finely dice <quantity>¼</quantity> of a red chili
Blend <quantity>1<unit>can</unit></quantity> of drained sweet corn with <quantity>2<unit>tbsps</unit></quantity> of milk until smooth
Add <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of butter to a preheated medium pot. Add <quantity>½<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of diced onion
Add <quantity>½</quantity> diced red bell pepper and <quantity>½</quantity> diced green bell pepper. Add the chopped tomato
Add the grated squash and sautée until soft. Remove from the heat
Add the blended corn and <quantity>8<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of milk
Add the sliced chili and salt to taste
Add black pepper and grate nutmeg to taste
Transfer to a casserole
Add the chopped basil and stir to combine
Grate mozzarella cheese to taste and stir to combine. The humita is ready
You can use it as filling to your empanadas or take it to the oven with more cheese on top to serve as a side dish, it's delicious!
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