Pure De Platanos Maduros - Ripe Plantain Puree - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 plantains, extremely ripe black skinned, washed well and cut in half (leave the skin on)
2 cups milk
2 cups water or 2 cups broth from the plantains
3/4 cup butter, about 6 oz
1 cup white onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, crushed
3 teaspoons cumin, ground
1 teaspoon achiote, ground
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
salt
pepper

Preparation

Boil the plantains for 30 minutes.
Let me them cool down until safe to handle.
Meanwhile prepare a refrito, heat the butter over medium heat, add the onions, garlic and spices, cook for about 5 minutes or until the onions are soft.
Peel the boiled ripe plantains.
Working in batches, put the plantains, water, milk and refrito in a blender and mix until a smooth puree is obtained.
Transfer the puree to a pan and heat over medium low until warm.
Serve as a side dish for meat dishes, can also be served alone with crumbled cheese, sauteed bacon, chorizo or caramelized onions as toppings.