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Small Batch Parmesan Crisps

These parmesan crisps use only grated cheese and bake in about 6 minutes. A small batch of 12 for snacking or topping salads. Great on soup or salad.

Small Batch Parmesan Crisps

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Twelve lacy, golden crisps made from nothing but grated Parmesan. Snack on them or use them to top soup and salad.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time16 minutes
CourseAppetizer
CuisineAmerican
Servings12 crisps
Calories40

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • Toasted pine nuts (optional)

Equipment

  • baking sheet

Directions
 

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone liner.
  2. Spoon the Parmesan into 12 small mounds, leaving space between them. Gently flatten each one into a 2 to 3-inch round.
  3. Press a few pine nuts on top if you like.
  4. Bake for 5 to 6 minutes, until melted and lightly golden around the edges.
  5. Let the crisps cool on the tray for 2 to 3 minutes, then move them to a wire rack to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 9g | Calories: 40kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.3g | Protein: 2.7g | Fat: 2.6g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8.1mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 92IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 0mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 12 crisps. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.


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