Pasteles
"Making and serving pasteles at Christmas time is a Puerto Rican tradition. It's hard work, but well worth the effort. Get together a bunch of friends and make a day of it. Be sure to make enough for everyone to take home. There are as many pastele recipes as there are cooks. This recipe is my own, based on my likes and dislikes. You can always add or take away ingredients to meet your preferences...."
INGREDIENTS
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STUFFING
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2 pounds diced pork
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4 ajíces dulces (small sweet peppers)
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1 small onion
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2 tablesoons recaito
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4 cloves garlic
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1 tablespoon adobo
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1 tablespoons oregano (dry flakes)
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1 bay leaf
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MASA DOUGH
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4 pounds yautía
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6 green bananas
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1 tablespoon of salt
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achiote oil
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WRAPPING
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40 banana leaves (cut into approx. 10 in X 5 in rectangles)
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20 Pieces parchment paper (cut into approx. 8 in X 4 in rectangles)
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20 Pieces of kitchen string (Cut into 18 inch. lengths)
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