Grilled Corn Cakes with Cheese (Arepas)

Preparation

1. Place the corn flour in a bowl.
2. Grate the cheese and add cheese and anise to the flour.
3. Add the warm water; mix with a spatula.
4. Leave to rest for 10 minutes then knead for 2 to 3 minutes.
5. To form the corn cakes make 4 circles about 4-inches wide and 1/2-inch thick.
6. Grease a skillet or arepas pan with butter. Place each corn cake on the skillet or arepas pan and cook  until slightly browned.