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                                            Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 6 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 11 Minutes Servings: 12  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    These are great for a flavorful garnish, especially for soups and such. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                3 ounces fresh parmesan cheese (reggiano)  |  
                                                freshly ground black pepper (optional) or smoked paprika (optional) or cayenne (optional)  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. 2. Grate cheese on the small hole side of a 4-sided box grater into a small bowl. Using a tablespoon measure, place cheese in mounds onto a nonstick silicone pad or greased parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. Flatten out mounds with the back of a spoon, making sure mounds are at least 4 inches apart. Season with pepper, paprika, or cayenne, if desired. Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 5 to 6 minutes or until golden.                              | 
                         
                         
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