Cassava Mash with Sardines

Baked Cassava Purée with Sardines and Catupiry Cheese

💛 Some recipes stand out for their simplicity. With just a few ingredients and plenty of flavor, they can transform an ordinary meal into something truly special.

In Episode 28 of the Prova e Me Conta series, Valéria shares a practical, budget-friendly, and versatile recipe that is perfect for busy weekdays or whenever you're craving a comforting homemade dish.

🥔 Cassava, also known as yuca, is a staple ingredient in Brazilian cuisine. Its creamy texture pairs beautifully with sardines 🐟, sweet corn 🌽, and rich Catupiry-style cheese 🧀, creating a delicious baked casserole the whole family will enjoy.

📝 Ingredients

• 🥔 700g cooked cassava (yuca)
  
• 🧈 2 tablespoons butter
  
• 🥛 Warm milk, as needed
  
• 🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil
  
• 🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste
  
• 🐟 1 can sardines
  
• 🌽 1 can corn
  
• 🧀 200g Catupiry-style cream cheese
  
• 🥚 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  
• 🌿 Chopped green onions to taste
  
• 🌿 Oregano to taste
  
• 🧀 Grated cheese for topping
  
• 🧅 Sliced onion (optional)

👩🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the cassava until very tender.

2️⃣ Mash the cassava and combine it with the butter, warm milk, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

3️⃣ Spread half of the purée evenly in a baking dish.

4️⃣ Layer the sardines 🐟, corn 🌽, Catupiry-style cheese 🧀, chopped eggs 🥚, and half of the green onions 🌿 over the purée.

5️⃣ Cover with the remaining cassava purée.

6️⃣ Sprinkle with grated cheese 🧀, oregano 🌿, sliced onion 🧅 (if using), and the remaining green onions.

7️⃣ Bake at 350°F (180°C) for approximately 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and lightly gratinated. 🔥

🍽️ Serving Suggestion

Serve with a fresh green salad 🥗 or your favorite grilled protein for a complete and satisfying meal.

✨ A Comforting Brazilian Favorite

The combination of creamy cassava 🥔, savory sardines 🐟, and melted Catupiry-style cheese 🧀 creates a rich and comforting dish that is sure to become a family favorite.

💛 Simple ingredients, great flavor, and an easy preparation make this recipe another delicious addition to the Prova e Me Conta series.