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A Quick Guide to Crispy, Flaky Homemade Croissants

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Work on a Cool Surface with Chilled Tools 5/9

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Work on a Cool Surface with Chilled Tools

A lot of bakers will recommend a marble counter top, as these will get chillier than others, as well as a marble rolling pin if you have one available to you. If not, you can still ensure that you don't compromise your dough and butter by simply chilling your tools before letting them anywhere near your pastry.


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INGREDIENTS

  • Bread, in chunks
  • Grated Parmesan
  • 1 Egg
  • Salt and pepper
  • Italian Seasoning
  • 1 Cup of milk
  • Sugar
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Cherry Tomatoes
  • Prosciutto

METHOD

  1. In a bowl, mix together the bread chunks, grated Parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, Italian Seasoning, and cup of milk.
  2. In a pot, combine the sugar and Balsamic vinegar. Bring to a boil until it has reduced (it should be a little thicker).
  3. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, and place them in a single layer in a baking dish.
  4. Cover the tomatoes with the reduced vinegar and a layer of Prosciutto. 
  5. Cover everything in a layer of the bread mixture, and cook at 350°F for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, flip upside-down... and enjoy!