Description
A quick and easy crunchy snack featuring aged Parmesan cheese slices paired with warm, toasted walnuts seasoned with sea salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs, finished with a drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze for a delightful sweet contrast.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 200 grams Parmesan Cheese (Aged at least 12 months)
Nuts and Seasoning
- 100 grams Walnuts (Fresh)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (For toasting)
- 1 pinch Sea Salt (To enhance flavor)
- 1 pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper (To add mild heat)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (Chopped rosemary or thyme)
Finishing Touch
- 1 tablespoon Honey or Balsamic Glaze (For a sweet contrast)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients including aged Parmesan cheese, fresh walnuts, olive oil, sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, fresh herbs, and honey or balsamic glaze for the snack preparation.
- Heat Olive Oil: Pour a tablespoon of olive oil into a medium skillet and heat it over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until the oil shimmers, indicating it’s hot enough for toasting.
- Toast Walnuts: Add the fresh walnuts to the skillet and toast them for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even browning and to release their aroma and natural oils.
- Season Walnuts: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over the warm walnuts. Toss gently to evenly coat the nuts with seasoning and enhance their flavor.
- Slice Parmesan: Thinly slice the aged Parmesan cheese and arrange the slices neatly on a serving platter, preparing a base for your snack.
- Assemble Snack: Top the Parmesan slices generously with the warm, toasted, and seasoned walnuts. Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme over the top for added aroma and flavor.
- Add Sweet Contrast: Drizzle honey or balsamic glaze over the assembled Parmesan and walnuts to create a perfect balance of savory and sweet, elevating the snack’s taste.
Notes
- Use aged Parmesan cheese for a rich and nutty flavor that pairs well with toasted walnuts.
- Fresh walnuts should be used for optimal crunch and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of honey or balsamic glaze to suit your taste preference.
- Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme add a lovely aromatic touch, but you can omit if unavailable.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between warm nuts and cool cheese.
