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| 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