Pan de yuca

A traditional bread made with yuca flour, eggs, and cheese is known as pan de yuca. Small, round balls are the most common shape. Although there are variations on pan de yuca throughout Latin America, the bread is popular in Colombia and Ecuador.

It's a great warm appetizer or afternoon snack, especially when paired with a cup of hot chocolate, tea, or coffee.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sour tapioca starch yuca harina
  
• 2 cups queso fresco
  
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  
• 2 eggs
  
• ¼ teaspoon sugar

Instructions:

• Pre-heat the oven to 450°F.
  
• In a food processor, place the yuca flour, cheese, sugar and baking powder. Process until well combine. Add the eggs slowly while food processor is running.
• Divide the mixture into 12 equal size portions and shape into a ball.
  
• Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 15 minutes or until golden on top. Serve warm.