Filling for Pupusas

• 1/2 lb Coarsely chopped cooked pork, chicken or beef
• 1/2 lb Grated Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 c Chopped onion
• 1/4 c Chopped celery
• 1/4 c Chopped sweet bell pepper
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• 1 c Refried beans, above
• 1 tb Lard or bacon drippings
• 1/2 c Shredded lettuce
• 1 lg Tomato, diced

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small skillet, melt bacon drippings.

2. 2

   Add garlic, celery, onion and garlic.

3. 3

   Fry until onion is transparent and vegetables are tender.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and add beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese and meat.

5. 5

   Toss to blend.

6. 6

   In center of each raw tortilla, spoon about 1/4 C filling.

7. 7

   Fold tortilla in half and seal with a bit of water to make a dumpling.

8. 8

   In a skillet, heat 1" of corn oil to 375 degrees.

9. 9

   Cook each dumpling in oil for 3 minutes per side or until golden brown.

10. 10

    Remove, drain on a rack and serve with salsa.

11. 11

    Filling for Pupusas