Cuban Deviled Eggs (Huevos Cubano)

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   Preheat oven to 400u00b0.

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   Peel the hard-boiled eggs and cut in half lengthwise; remove the yolks.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, mash the yolks and add mayonnaise to make a thick paste.

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   Mash in the salt, pepper, mustard powder, half the cheese, and lime juice.

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   Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

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   Use a spoon to place the yolk mixture back into the egg halves.

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   Make the sauce by sauteing the onion and green pepper in olive oil until limp.

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   Add the minced garlic and saute an additional 2 minutes.

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   Stir in the tomato sauce and cook briefly; taste the sauce and add salt and pepper as needed.

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    Place the stuffed eggs in a lightly buttered shallow baking dish or cake pan.

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    Pour the sauce over the stuffed eggs and sprinkle with remaining cheese.

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    Bake for about 15 minutes until the cheese melts and browns slightly.

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    Sprinkle the top of the dish with fresh chopped cilantro.

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    Serve hot over rice or with bread or toast.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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