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Smashed Peas and Mozzarella on Toast with Romano
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Smashed Peas and Mozzarella on Toast with Romano

Recipes »  Appetizers  »  Canapes and Bruschetta

Inspired from a Gordon Ramsay recipe, I've put a few little spins on this incredibly tasty starter. Super easy to make, and sure to blow away your guests, this starter puts peas in a whole new light.

"What a tasty treat! Using peas as a spread is truly unique and the outcome was delicious. I hope to have another occasion soon when I get to show these off again." - pineapplebutter

Yield: 6 Ready in 15 minutes

Cuisine: ItalianMain Ingredient: Peas

(4.8, 4) 100% would make again (reviews)

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Verified by stevemur

Servings          
Original recipe makes 6
400 gramsFrozen Peas
125 gramsMascarpone
4 tablespoonsOlive Oil
1 ballMozzarella
1 cupRomano Cheese; Grated
1 Salt and Pepper to taste
12 slicesCiabatta Bread

Smashed Peas and Mozzarella on Toast with Romano Preparation

Traditionally made with fresh peas, I've found very little difference between the frozen alternative, and it's much easier to get a bag of frozen than to find shelled fresh. So I start by boiling some frozen peas in salted water for five minutes. Afterward, drain and pour the peas into a blender or food processor. Add the mascarpone, 4 tablespoons of olive oil, and salt and pepper, and blend to a rough paste. Set aside.

Cut your bread into square slices and lightly toast on a baking sheet in the oven under broil, then drizzle with some olive oil.

Spread the pea mixture on the bread, and tear up the mozzarella placing a couple bits on each piece. Sprinkle over the Romano cheese, and drizzle with a bit more olive oil. Serve immediately and get ready for the amazed compliments!

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Calories Per Serving: 510
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Smashed Peas and Mozzarella on Toast with Romano Reviews

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What a tasty treat! Using peas as a spread is truly unique and the outcome was delicious. I hope to have another occasion soon when I get to show these off again.
3 years, 3 months, 3 weeks, 11 hours, ago
This is a recipe I can make with my Granddaughter. She loves getting a chance to work with Grandpa in the litchen.
3 years, 5 months, 3 days, 7 hours, 55 minutes ago
wow these look great, what a great idea, cant wait to try them, but i think they deserve a medal,,,especially the photo is very nice, have a perfect day, CCheryl
3 years, 5 months, 3 days, 17 hours, 26 minutes ago
[I posted this recipe.]
3 years, 5 months, 1 weeks, 5 days, 14 hours, 32 minutes ago

Tags

  1. Appetizer
  2. Peas
  3. Mozzarella
  4. Ciabatta
  5. Romano
  6. Italian

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