Zesty pepperoni slices atop crisp crackers, melted cheese, with optional parsley and red pepper flakes.
# Ingredient List:
→ Crackers
01 - 12 square crackers (e.g., saltines or butter crackers)
→ Pepperoni & Cheese
02 - 24 slices pepperoni
03 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (approximately 2 oz)
04 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
→ Garnish (Optional)
05 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
06 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
# Steps:
01 - Set oven broiler to high and position rack approximately 6 inches from heat source.
02 - Arrange square crackers evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
03 - Place two slices of pepperoni overlapping slightly on each cracker.
04 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pepperoni on each cracker.
05 - Lightly dust grated Parmesan cheese over mozzarella if desired.
06 - Broil for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is bubbly, melted, and pepperoni edges become crisp; watch carefully to avoid burning.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
08 - Optionally garnish with chopped parsley and crushed red pepper flakes; serve warm.
