Best 3 Pine Nut Cheese Crisps Recipes

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Pine nut cheese crisps are a delicious and versatile snack or appetizer that can be served with a variety of dips or toppings. The main ingredients are pine nuts, cheese, and seasonings, and they can be made in a variety of ways. Some recipes call for grated cheese, while others use cream cheese or a combination of the two. The mixture is then spread on a baking sheet and baked until golden brown and crispy. Pine nut cheese crisps can be used as a base for canapés, or they can be broken into pieces and served with your favorite dip. They are also a great addition to a cheese board.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PINE NUT CHEESE CRISPS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Shred 1 pound cold asiago cheese. Place 6 tablespoon-size mounds of cheese about 1 inch apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle each mound with 1/4 teaspoon each chopped pine nuts and sage. Bake at 425 degrees until the cheese is golden and the edges are slightly crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove each crisp with a thin spatula and gently curl around a rolling pin, then cool on a rack. Repeat to make about 24 crisps.

JALAPENO CHEESE CRISPS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24 crisps

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 jalapenos, sliced into thin rounds
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup freshly grated pecorino cheese
3/4 cup freshly grated manchego cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
  • Sprinkle the jalapeno slices around one of the prepared baking sheets in a single layer. Bake for 7 to 9 minutes; this will remove some of the moisture from the jalapeno and help ensure your cheese crisps live up to the crisp in their name. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Meanwhile, mix the cheeses together in a medium bowl.
  • Using a tablespoon measure, spoon mounds of the cheese mixture onto the lined baking sheets, 1 to 1 1/2 inches apart from each other. Press a jalapeno slice into the center of each mound. Bake until golden and crisp, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Allow the crisps to cool slightly before handling, then serve. Or let cool completely and store in an airtight container.

MACARONI CHEESE WITH BACON & PINE NUTS



Macaroni cheese with bacon & pine nuts image

You don't get much more comforting than a melty pasta bake with a crunchy topping. Serve with a crisp green salad

Provided by Ren Behan

Categories     Main course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

50g pine nuts
4 slices pancetta or bacon, chopped
400g macaroni or other short pasta
300ml pot double cream
200ml pot crème fraîche
200g gruyère or mature cheddar, grated
2 tsp Dijon mustard
green salad , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the pine nuts in a dry frying pan, gently toast for 2-3 mins, then tip onto a plate. In the same pan, add the pancetta or bacon and cook for a few mins until crisp.
  • Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta following pack instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving a ladleful of the pasta cooking water for later.
  • Meanwhile, put the double cream, crème fraîche and half the cheese in a saucepan, stir together and gently warm through until the cheese has melted. Take off the heat, stir in the mustard and some seasoning to taste.
  • Tip the drained pasta into a large baking dish and stir in the cheese sauce, adding some of the pasta cooking water if it looks a little dry. Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts and cooked pancetta over the top, then scatter over the remaining cheese. Bake for 20 mins until the top is golden and bubbling, then serve with a salad, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 886 calories, Fat 60 grams fat, SaturatedFat 34 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 60 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Using a food processor or blender, blend together the pine nuts, nutritional yeast, salt, and garlic powder until a fine powder forms.
  • Stir in olive oil and water until a smooth dough forms.
  • Press the dough into a greased 8-inch pie plate and bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • While the crust is baking, prepare the cheese filling by blending together the cashews, nutritional yeast, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Stir in lemon juice and water until a smooth mixture forms.
  • Pour the cheese filling onto the baked crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Enjoy the pine nut cheese crisps as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.

Conclusion:

Pine nut cheese crisps are a delicious and nutritious snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and they are also gluten-free and vegan. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these crispy treats in your own home. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give pine nut cheese crisps a try.

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