GORGONZOLA, FAVA BEAN, AND PURPLE POTATO CANAPES

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Gorgonzola, Fava Bean, and Purple Potato Canapes image

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Yield Makes about 60 canapés

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup walnuts
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup shelled fresh fava beans* or lima beans (about 3/4 pound in pods)
10 small purple potatoes* or small red potatoes (each about 2 inches in diameter; about 1 1/2 pounds)
6 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, softened
6 ounces cream cheese (about 3/4 cup), softened
*available at specialty produce markets and some specialty foods shops

Steps:

  • Finely chop walnuts. In a small heavy skillet cook walnuts in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until golden and transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  • Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water. In a kettle of boiling salted water blanch beans 1 minute and immediately transfer with slotted spoon to ice water to stop cooking. Drain beans and gently peel away outer skins.
  • Return kettle of water to a boil and cut potatoes into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Cook potatoes 8 minutes, or until just tender, and transfer with slotted spoon to ice water to stop cooking. Drain potatoes in a colander and pat dry with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl stir together Gorgonzola and cream cheese until combined well. (Canapé ingredients may be prepared up to this point 2 days ahead. Keep toasted walnuts in an airtight container at room temperature. Chill beans and potatoes separately in sealable plastic bags and chill Gorgonzola cream covered with plastic wrap.)
  • To assemble canapés:
  • Spread about 1 teaspoon Gorgonzola cream on each potato slice and top each canapé with a bean, pressing down gently. Sprinkle canapés with walnuts. Canapés may be assembled 6 hours ahead and chilled, covered.

Ramesh Nepal
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Overall, I thought these canapés were okay. They weren't my favorite, but they weren't bad either.


Tisha Islam
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my canapés turned out really dry. Maybe I didn't use enough oil.


Mdreazhossain reaz
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These canapés were a bit too time-consuming to make for me. I would recommend using a simpler recipe.


azil novo
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I had trouble finding purple potatoes at my local grocery store. I ended up using regular potatoes instead.


Ayman Ali
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These canapés were a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less gorgonzola.


Mosharrof Hossain
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I found these canapés to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more seasoning.


david ryder
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The purple potatoes were a bit undercooked in my canapés. I would recommend cooking them for a few minutes longer.


Tony Evans
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These canapés are a bit too rich for my taste. I would recommend using less gorgonzola.


Jayden Baker
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I'm not a big fan of gorgonzola, but I really liked these canapés. The flavors were well-balanced.


Just Ay
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These canapés are a great way to use up leftover gorgonzola and fava beans.


Fiza Irfan
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I love the way the purple potatoes look in these canapés. They make them so festive.


Cesar Trujillo
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These canapés are the perfect party food. They're easy to eat and they're not too messy.


Dyar
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I made these canapés for my book club and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Kurt Hall
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These canapés are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and they're sure to impress your guests.


MD Moursalin
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I love the combination of salty gorgonzola and sweet purple potatoes. These canapés are a great way to start a meal.


Here Comes the Pain
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These canapés are the perfect appetizer for a party. They're easy to make, delicious, and they look beautiful.


sohel mahmud
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of gorgonzola. But I'm so glad I did! The flavors all work together perfectly.


esnat mwanza
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These canapés are so easy to make and they look so impressive. I'm definitely going to make them again.


Robert Peterson sr
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I made these canapés for a potluck and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Amal Yaradan
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These canapés were a hit at my party! The combination of gorgonzola, fava beans, and purple potatoes was unique and delicious. I especially loved the crispy potato chips.