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    Spring Pea and Mint Crostini with Fresh Cheese

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    A delightful appetizer featuring fresh peas, mint, and cheese on crispy country bread.

    Ingredients for Spring Pea and Mint Crostini with Fresh Cheese

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    English Peas In Their Pods, shelled

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    Red Spring Onions, trimmed, thinly sliced, soaked in ice water for 20 minutes, and drained

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    Lemon, halved

    each

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    Kosher Salt

    to taste

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    Freshly Ground Black Pepper

    to taste

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    Mint

    handful

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    Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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    Country Bread, ½-inch-thick

    slices

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    Fresh Sheep Cheese

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    Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, grated

    to taste

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    How to Make Spring Pea and Mint Crostini with Fresh Cheese

    1. Prepare the pea mixture

    In a bowl, combine the shelled peas and the thinly sliced onions that have been soaked in ice water and drained.

    2. Season the pea mixture

    Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the pea and onion mixture. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Tear the mint leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon juice, salt, or pepper as needed. Stir in a quarter cup of extra-virgin olive oil to coat the peas and onions.

    3. Toast the bread

    Grill, broil, or toast the slices of country bread until they are golden and crispy.

    4. Spread the cheese

    Spread a generous amount of fresh cheese on each slice of toasted bread.

    5. Top with pea mixture

    Top each slice of bread with a generous heap of the pea mixture. Press the peas lightly into the cheese to ensure they adhere well.

    6. Finish with Parmigiano-Reggiano

    Grate some Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over the top of the crostini and drizzle with a little more extra-virgin olive oil.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Quality of Ingredients

    Opt for the freshest peas and consider homemade ricotta or artisanal fresh cheeses from a local farmers' market.

    Seasoning

    Employ proper seasoning, including a touch of lemon zest or juice, freshly ground black pepper, and a drizzle of high-quality olive oil before serving.

    Balance of Flavors

    Use fresh mint leaves sparingly and taste as you go to ensure the mint doesn't overpower the sweet peas and tangy cheese.

    Bread Selection and Preparation

    Choose good-quality, artisanal bread and aim for a golden-brown toast while maintaining some interior softness.

    Texture

    Avoid over-processing the pea mixture to maintain a chunky texture for a satisfying bite.


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