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Creamy Maja Blanca

Because the Philippines has an abundance of coconut, this ingredient has become quite a standard fixture in some of our dishes.
Prep Time4 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time34 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $5

Ingredients

  • 2 can coconut milk
  • 1 pack sweet, creamy corn
  • 1/2 tin granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tin cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp grated cheese optional

Instructions

  • In a pot, mix coconut milk, evaporated milk, sugar, corn starch, fresh milk or water, and sweet, creamy corn. Boil over slow heat, constantly stirring to prevent lumps, until mixture is precise for about 4-5 minutes.
  • Turn to medium heat, but don't stop stirring add some small cubes cheese until it melts a little bit.
  • Turn off the fire and pour hot mixture into prepared dish and allow to set. Let it cool before slicing.