Best 2 Pine Nut Cheese Crisps Recipes

Calling all cheese lovers! Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our Pine Nut Cheese Crisps extravaganza. These crispy, cheesy treats are a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection features a variety of delectable recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic snack. From the simplicity of Parmesan Pine Nut Crisps to the zesty kick of Chili Lime Pine Nut Crisps, we have something to satisfy every palate. Get ready to indulge in a crispy, cheesy sensation that will leave you craving more.

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JALAPENO CHEESE CRISPS

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24 crisps

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

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.

PASTA WITH BACON, CHEESE, LEMON AND PINE NUTS

Pasta With Bacon, Cheese, Lemon and Pine Nuts image

For home cooks, the most useful recipe is the one that lets you feed many tastes with a single dish. This one starts out small -- pasta with butter and cheese -- but can be expanded with pine nuts, lemon zest, brown butter, bacon and herbs into something satisfying. This kind of "modular" meal, which everyone at the table can add to or subtract from, is a great family dinner solution. You prepare one tasty base element, like warm tortillas or pasta or salad greens. After that, it's about piling on -- or politely passing on -- all the garnishes at the table.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 ounces thickly sliced bacon, cut across into pieces about 3/4-inch wide
1 to 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan, in a small serving bowl
About 1/3 cup chopped parsley, scallions or mint, in a small serving bowl
Hot red pepper flakes, in a small serving bowl
1 large lemon
1 1/2 to 2 pounds pasta
4 to 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 to 1 stick)
1/3 cup pine nuts
Coarse salt, such as Maldon

Steps:

Put a large pot of salted water on to boil. Put the cheese, herbs and red pepper flakes on the table. Zest the lemon and put the zest on the table in a small serving bowl. Cut the lemon in half.
Put bacon in a medium-size heavy pot and turn the heat on low. Cook, turning occasionally, until fat has rendered and bacon is chewy-crisp, about 10 minutes. Lift out bacon pieces and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Keep warm on top of the stove.
When the water boils, add pasta, stir well and cover. When the water comes back to the boil, uncover and stir again.
Put 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan and melt it over medium-low heat. When it foams, throw in the pine nuts and cook, shaking the pan, until they turn brown and toasty. Turn off heat and squeeze the lemon into the pan, cupping your hand underneath to catch any pits. Stir and set aside. Transfer bacon to a serving bowl and place on the table.
As soon as the pasta is tender (it will cook a bit more later on), drain it, reserving a cup of the cooking water. Immediately return the pasta to the pan over low heat. Toss in a chunk of butter. Add a splash of cooking water and a pinch of salt, stir well, cover and let rest 1 minute. Taste and adjust the seasonings until the pasta is completely cooked and tasty (but plain).
For those who like plain pasta or pasta with just butter and cheese, set aside a good amount in serving bowls. For others, pour the pine nuts and butter into the pasta remaining in the pot, add another splash of cooking water, and toss to combine. Serve from the pot or in a serving bowl, passing the various toppings.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 937, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 111 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 597 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Tips:

To make the crisps even crispier, bake them for a few extra minutes or until they are golden brown.
If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this will make the crisps tough.
You can use any type of cheese that you like in this recipe. Some good options include cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella.
To make the crisps ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Pine nut cheese crisps are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or appetizer. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a healthy snack on the go. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these crispy, cheesy treats that are sure to please everyone.