PARMIGIANO SFORMATO WITH PIQUILLO PEPPERS AND ALMONDS

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Parmigiano Sformato with Piquillo Peppers and Almonds image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray
2 cups heavy cream
4 eggs
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Salt
1 pinch cayenne
1 jar piquillo peppers, julienned
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 cups arugula or mesclun
Extra-virgin olive oil
3 to 4 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped chives
Special equipment: 8 (6-ounce) ramekins or disposable aluminum cups

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Spray the ramekins or disposable aluminum cups with nonstick spray.
  • To a medium bowl, add the heavy cream, eggs and Parmigiano and whisk to combine. Season with salt and cayenne. Divide the egg, cream, cheese mixture between the ramekins. Place the filled ramekins in a baking dish and fill halfway with hot tap water. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool on racks.
  • Place the cooled sformato in a warm oven for 10 minutes to reheat.
  • While the sformato is reheating toss the peppers and almonds with the greens and a sprinkle of oil, vinegar and salt. Arrange some of the pepper mixture on individual serving plates. Unmold the sformati on the serving plate and arrange the peppers against the sformato. Drizzle with olive oil.

Ruby Donlon
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


Nasreen Khan
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this sformato definitely fits the bill. It's a unique and flavorful dish that I'm sure to make again.


Md Habil Mia
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's a great way to get a delicious and impressive dish on the table without a lot of effort.


Shehroz Bashir
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I've made this sformato several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


M Nawaz Khan
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I'm a big fan of Italian food, and this sformato is one of my favorite dishes. It's the perfect comfort food on a cold winter night.


Faizi 1609
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The almonds add a nice crunch and texture to the sformato. They also help to balance out the richness of the cheese.


Deena McKinney
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I love the smoky flavor of the piquillo peppers in this dish. It's a great way to add depth and complexity to the flavor profile.


Jual Hossian
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


Shahzaib Rafiq
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this sformato definitely fits the bill. It's a delicious and impressive dish that I'm sure to make again.


K Taylor
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I made this sformato for my vegetarian friends and they loved it! It's a great meatless main course that's packed with flavor.


Absar Alam
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I love the combination of piquillo peppers and almonds in this dish. It's a unique and flavorful twist on a classic Italian dish.


Thakur Ritesh
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This was my first time making a sformato and it turned out great! The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I'm definitely going to try more of your recipes.


Gregory Kanganga
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. I highly recommend it!


Riaz hassan
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I made this sformato for a potluck and it was a huge success. People were coming back for seconds and thirds. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Shahzad Bhatti
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone raved about the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Noxii Blade
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I'm not much of a cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. My family loved the sformato, and I felt like a master chef! Thanks for sharing this recipe.


J. Bowers Ohene-Mantey
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This parmigiano sformato was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was simply divine. The piquillo peppers added a smoky sweetness, while the almonds provided a nice crunch. And the cheese...oh, the cheese! It was melted and