Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBordinos Restaurant & Wine BarCharcuterie Cheese Recipe

Charcuterie Cheese Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Port Wine Tomato Sauce, Parmesan Crisp

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Ingredients

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Port Wine Tomato Sauce

Method

Port Wine Tomato Sauce

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add Tomatoes

    Add the cherry tomatoes to the saucepan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes start to soften.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Port Wine

    Pour in the port wine, add the chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

  4. 4

    Finish Sauce

    Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. You can blend it for a smoother texture if desired.

Parmesan Crisp

  1. 5

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 6

    Make Parmesan Crisps

    In a bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper. Drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

  3. 7

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.

  4. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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