Parmesan Crisps
By: Sheri Wetherell
Published: Monday, October 24, 2011 - 2:02pm

Ingredients




1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

Preparation

1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. 2 Pour a heaping tablespoon of Parmesan onto a silicone or parchment lined baking sheet and lightly pat down. A silicone baking sheet is highly recommended. Repeat with the remaining cheese, spacing the spoonfuls about a 1/2 inch apart. 3 Bake for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden and crisp. Cool.

About

Parmesan crisps, or frico as they are known in Italy, are a delicious and beautiful garnish to dishes such as risotto, pasta, salads, etc. While they are still warm, you can also press them into a muffin tin to make miniature edible bowls - perfect for hors d'oeuvres. Add your favorite herb(s) for additional flavor.