1 cup mashed potatoes
1 tbsp melted butter
3 tbsp whole milk
3/4 cup warm water
1 cup masarepa
salt; to taste
spray oil; to cook arepas

1. Place all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.

2. Make small balls with the mixture. Shape the dough into thick cakes.

3. Spray a nonstick pan with oil and place over medium heat. Place the arepas in the pan, and cook about 3 minutes on each side, until a crust forms or they are golden brown.