Sweet-Pea Canapes
Sweet-Pea Canapes is a flavorful French French Receipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPut oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.
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.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.