Joy Full Parm Crisp

Joy Full Parm Crisp is a parmesan-flavored crisp snack from Esplanda. The name points to a savory, cheese-forward profile. Crisps in this style usually deliver a toasted, nutty, salty flavor with the sharp, savory depth associated with aged hard cheese, and a dry, brittle crunch that breaks cleanly instead of turning chewy. Serve it at room temperature straight from the bag. Cold dulls the cheese flavor, and a crisp left open too long loses its snap, so reseal the pack after opening. It works as a standalone snack. It also works as a crunchy topping for a bowl of tomato soup or a Caesar-style salad, or crushed over roasted vegetables or pasta in place of breadcrumbs. On a board, it pairs well with olives, cured meats, and fresh fruit such as pear or apple, where the sweetness offsets the salt. For drinks, the savory, salty character suits crisp, high-acid options. A dry sparkling wine in a flute or tulip glass cuts through the richness. A dry white such as a Pinot Grigio in a standard white-wine glass is another good match. A lager or pilsner in a pint glass also suits the salt and crunch. A simple gin and tonic in a highball glass, with a lemon wedge, works if you want a mixed drink alongside.