Sweet-Pea Canapes

Ingredients for Sweet-Pea Canapes

• 1 (275g) box frozen baby peas (550ml )

• 60ml water

• 120ml chilled double cream

• 1/4 teaspoons salt

• 1/8 teaspoons black pepper

• 1 tablespoon finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

• 1/2 baguette

• 110g very thinly sliced baked ham

How to make Sweet-Pea Canapes

Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 191°C.

Simmer peas with water in a 1 1/2- to 2-quart saucepan, covered, until tender, about 5 minutes. Purée peas with water in a food processor (do not use a blender) until very smooth. Force purée through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding solids, then chill until cold. Beat cream with salt and pepper in another bowl until it holds stiff peaks, then fold in pea purée and cheese until just combined. Chill pea mousse, covered, while making toasts.

Cut 24 very thin slices from baguette, then halve slices. Toast slices in 1 layer on a baking sheet in oven until edges are golden, 7 to 9 minutes. Cool toasts completely on a rack.

Spoon a dollop of mousse onto each toast, then top with a small piece of ham (torn from a slice). Serve immediately.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.