Parmesan, Basil and Lemon Wafers (Frico)

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

Show: Everyday ItalianEpisode: Giada's Secret Garden

Rated: 4 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (52)

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COMMENTS & REVIEWS(52)

Cook Time:
5 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
about 12 wafers

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: 15 min
Cook: 5 min
Total:: 35 min

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Ingredients

1 cup shredded Parmesan
2 tablespoons shredded basil leaves
1/2 tablespoon grated lemon zest

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Transfer a heaping tablespoon of Parmesan mixture onto a silicone or parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly pat down. A silicone baking sheet is highly recommended for this recipe. Repeat with the remaining cheese mixture, spacing the spoonfuls about 1/2-inch apart. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden and crisp. Cool and use a flat spatula to transfer from lined baking sheet.

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diana San Diego, CA 12-18-2009
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Perfect for appetizers or salads
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Loved it! Just followed the recipe exactly - so easy!
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Samantha Seminole, FL 07-03-2009
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Smash Hit!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made these as an appetizer for a party & they were gone in seconds! I recommend double or tripling the recipe. Great for... summer.Read more
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Jammi Driggs, ID 05-06-2009
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Easy and Good
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Yummy and easy, I even through a little leftover tuna i had and wow Great My kids even loved it.
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Laura Brunswick, GA 05-06-2009
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Yummy and Impressive
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

These wafers were delicious. I made one batch and me, my husband and 2 year old daughter ate them all. I will be making... these for a surprise party this weekend and will make a day ahead and triple the recipe. I used store brand shredded parmesean cheese and they turned out just fine. They were not too salty at all. I didn't use enough lemon zest, though, so I bought a zester and will do it correctly this time. You must pat them down because if you don't the middle ends up not getting cooked. Read more
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Jackie Walpole, MA 05-03-2009
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Sorry Giada - I'll stick with your other dishes
Rated: 2 stars out of 5

As much as I hate to say anything about Giada, b/c I think she, and her cooking, are terrific, I must say - I was... disappointed...and I will say I did buy the expensive parmigiano-reggiano cheese. I love that cheese on its own - or on pasta - but... this just didn't do it for me, or my husband. Looking forward to trying your next one, Giada!!!Read more
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Diana Port Washington, NY 04-08-2009
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Rave reviews from guests - Ultra yummy and soooo easy
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I have made these Fricos a number of times for a wide variety of people with the same result - I've fooled everyone into... thinking I can cook! Rave reviews & requests for recipes, what more could you ask for? These have become a frequently requested "signature" dish of mine. Guida, thanks for making me look good! I tend to cook these a minute (+/-) longer than suggested as the slightly browned edges are tastier ane more visually appealing to me. I also put them on paper towel to absorb some of the excess oil (a personal quirk) before plating. They're addictive so make plenty. They even travel well. Read more