Piononos

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.

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