Ricotta Crostini with Lemon and Basil
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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.
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