Spanish Tapas with Mushrooms, Smoked Paprika Aioli and Mahón Cheese - A Zest for Life

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (cleaned with a damp paper towel, about 3 cups sliced)
• 1/4 cup leeks (washed, dried, sliced thinly)
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic (minced)
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 3 pinches freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dry sherry
• 1 1/2 teaspoons brandy
• 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves (washed, dried, chopped)
• 12 slices baguette (1/2" slices)
• 12 teaspoons Smoked Paprika Aioli (make ahead (see recipe))
• 1/4 cup Spanish Mahón Cheese* (thinly sliced )