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Parmesan Crisps {with Basil and Sun Dried Tomatoes}

Name: Parmesan Crisps {with Basil and Sun Dried Tomatoes}
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 6 oz parmesan cheese (finely grated); 8 fresh basil leaves; 8 sun dried tomatoes; 2-3 Tbs balsamic reduction

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Fresh parmesan cheese, baked into a crisp little cracker. Parmesan Crisps are bold in flavor with a satisfying crunch. A perfect gluten free option.

Parmesan Crisps

Who here is cheese lover? I’m a big fan of all different types of cheeses. The stinkier the better, haha! Parmesan isn’t a ‘stinky’ cheese per se, but it is bold in flavor, and is a perfect compliment to so many dishes. Today, this cheese takes the main stage in this fabulous appetizer, parmesan crisps. It’s like cracker, but it’s not. Got some gluten free friends? Or maybe you are gluten free? This is a great option! So, how do you make these little crackers?

Go get yourself some yummy cheese! Here’s what you do:

Shred the cheese and make little mounds of it. But not really piled high, more of an even circle.

You can choose how big you want the parmesan crisps. I did some larger and some smaller. The larger ones I used about 1 1/2 Tablespoons of cheese. I used a biscuit cutter to help me shape it. Place the cutter on the tray and put the cheese inside. You can sprinkle some fresh basil on if you’d like.

Bake the parmesan, soon to be parmesan crisps at 375 for about 5 minutes. You want them to be just starting to turn golden. Using a metal spatula, remove them immediately from the pan and onto a rack or plate to cool. They will continue to crisp as they cool.

What I love about these little crackers, is there are so many ways to enjoy them. My favorite way, is this appetizer. These are so simple, just top the parmesan crisp with a fresh basil leaf, a sun dried tomato, and a balsamic reduction drizzle.

To make a balsamic reduction, simply reduce balsamic vinegar by letting it boil. I used 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar and a couple tablespoons of sugar. Let it boil til it’s reduced by half. It only takes 10 minutes or so. It will become thicker as it cools. The sugar makes it sticky. You’ll want to make sure the reduction is warm when you drizzle it.

You can also enjoy the parmesan crisps plain and they are super satisfying. Use them on your salad for some extra crunch.

They also make a lovely garnish on tomato soup, and add spectacular flavor.

Guess what else friends? Dairy is good for you!! So, these little parmesan crisps will not only satisfy your tastebuds, but they’ll give you a pop of protein, along with other nutrients and a dose of healthy fats. Visit Milk Means More for more nutrition information on dairy.

Looking for more appetizer to bring to your holiday party? Here’s some great options!

Jalapeno yogurt dip

Baked black bean dip

Chicken Bruschetta Cheese Toast

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