Lemon and basil and the finest olive oil give a kick to fresh ricotta cheese served over crisp crostini.
Recipe type: Appetizer
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
1 cup ricotta cheese
½ lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon basil leaves, chiffonade or chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (use the highest quality)
salt and pepper, to taste
1 small baguette, sliced
extra virgin olive oil
sea salt
Instructions
Combine ricotta with lemon, basil and olive oil and stir together. Season with salt and pepper and cover; refrigerate for at least 20 minutes for flavors to meld.
Meanwhile, lay baguette slices on a foil lined baking sheet and drizzle generously with olive oil, then sprinkle with sea salt. Bake at 374 degrees until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes. Serve crostini with ricotta spread.
Recipe by Cooking With MicheleĀ® at https://cookingwithmichele.com/2011/03/ricotta-crostini-with-lemon-and-basil/