Zucchini Canapes (Jacques Pepin)

Parmesan, Smoked Paprika, Poppy Seeds and Toasted Sesame Seeds

Jacques Pepin has a new cookbook called Quick & Simple.  He is one of my all time favorite TV chefs and cookbook authors.  Plus he is a painter, too.  The new cookbook is filled with his colorful work.

He is 84 and still going strong.  I enjoy his cooking at home videos which last about 5 -7 minutes.  They come out every few days on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/ChefJacquesPepin 

This recipe appealed to me because it is served at room temperature.  It worked well for our most recent outdoor patio drinks with our neighbors. 

---Barbara

Zucchini Canapes

(from Quick and Simple by Jacques Pepin)

Makes about 20 canapes

2 to 3 small zucchini (1 1/4 inch in diameter)

1/2 t. salt

2 T. grated Parmesan

1/2 t. smoked paprika (or piment d'Espelette)

1/2 t. poppy seeds

1/2 t. toasted sesame seeds 

2 T. extra-virgin olive oil

Cut the zucchini crosswise into 1/2 inch thick slices (to get about 20) and place in a microwaveable bowl.  Sprinkle with salt and microwave for 2 minutes.

Arrange the zucchini slices in one layer on a serving plate (discard any liquid left in the bowl) and sprinkle with cheese and then the smoked paprika, poppy seeds, and olive oil.  

Serve at room temperature.

B