Sarasota's 1970's Parmesan Puffs Updated

This is a old classic which my Mom and Grandma used to make. I still enjoy them, but have updated them a bit. They are just nice little bite size cheesy nibbles. Easy and quick.

• Ready In: 23 mins
• Serves: 12-24
• Yields: 36-40 Appetizers

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise (no low fat, NO miracle whip)
• 1⁄3 cup parmesan cheese, grated (the real stuff)
• 8 -9  slices  pumpernickel bread
• 3  shallots, chopped very fine
• 1  pinch ground black pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika

• Garnish

• 2  chives, very fine chopped (optional)

Directions

1. Cheese Mix -- Simply mix the mayo, parmesan and pepper in a small bowl.
2. Bread -- With a round 1" cookie cutter, cut out circles of the bread and place on a cookie sheet. Top with a hearty spread of the parmesan mix.
3. Bake -- Broil until golden brown and puffed up. The time will depend on your oven. I broil on the second shelf down. Mine take about 5-6 minutes. Top with shallots and a light sprinkle of paprika. Optional to sprinkle on a few chives. ENJOY!