Pastelon Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Pastelon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing; 4 ripe yellow plantains (1-1/2 lb.), peeled, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices; 6 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped Rite Aid 2 For $7.00 thru 02/06; 1 onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1 green pepper, chopped; 1 lb. ground beef King Sooper's 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09; 1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce; 2 Tbsp. sofrito sauce with tomato; 2 tsp. capers; 4 green olives, sliced; 1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
4 ripe yellow plantains (1-1/2 lb.), peeled, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
6 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped Rite Aid 2 For $7.00 thru 02/06
1 onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1 green pepper, chopped
1 lb. ground beef King Sooper's 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
2 Tbsp. sofrito sauce with tomato
2 tsp. capers
4 green olives, sliced
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat.
3
Add plantains; cook 3 min.
4
or until golden on both sides, turning after 1-1/2 min.
5
Remove from skillet; set aside.
6
Cook bacon, onions and peppers in same skillet 8 to 10 min.
7
or just until bacon is crisp and vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
8
Add ground beef; cook 5 to 7 min.
9
or until done, stirring frequently.
10
Drain.
11
Add all remaining ingredients except VELVEETA; cook on low heat 5 min.
12
or until mixture is well blended, stirring frequently.
13
Layer half each of the plantains, meat filling and VELVEETA in 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
14
Repeat layers.
15
Bake 30 min.
16
or until heated through.

569

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Fat

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, 4 ripe yellow plantains (1-1/2 lb.), peeled, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices, 6 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped Rite Aid 2 For $7.00 thru 02/06, 1 onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09, and more.

Yes, Pastelon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pastelon

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