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( Pćo de Queijo )
Cheese Rolls
( Pćo de Queijo )
These petite rolls are a big favourite in Brazil. This recipe calls for manioc starch rather than manioc flour. Look for manioc starch, also referred to as polvilho, at Latin American or Asian markets. Manioc starch may also be labelled as tapioca flour.
Ingredients
4 cups manioc starch
1 cup vegetable oil
5 eggs, beaten*
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups grated cheese, such as Parmesan, mozzarella, mild cheddar or a mixture*
Details
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Makes: 30
Method
Combine all ingredients except for the cheese in a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
Transfer mixture to a mixing bowl and add cheese. Stir well.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Divide cheese dough into about 30 pieces. Rub a little bit of oil on your hands and shape the dough into balls.
Place balls on a baking tray or in the compartments of a muffin tin.
Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until rolls are very lightly browned on top.
Serve warm.
*To reduce fat and cholesterol in these tasty little rolls, replace the eggs with egg substitute or use 5 egg whites and only 2 or 3 egg yolks and use reduced-fat or non-fat cheeses exclusively.
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