Name: Whipped Ricotta Toast with Balsamic Cherries
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8.8 oz (250g) cherries, pitted and halved; 8.8 oz (250g) ricotta cheese; Zest of 1/4 lemon; 2 tsp balsamic vinegar; 1 small bunch fresh basil, finely chopped; 4 slices of ciabatta bread; 1 tsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

Ingredients

Scale

8.8 oz (250g) cherries, pitted and halved
8.8 oz (250g) ricotta cheese
Zest of 1/4 lemon
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 small bunch fresh basil, finely chopped
4 slices of ciabatta bread
1 tsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Brush ciabatta slices with olive oil and toast in a hot griddle pan until golden.
Combine cherries with balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Blend ricotta cheese with lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Spread whipped ricotta on toasted ciabatta and top with balsamic cherries and basil.

Notes

Use room temperature ricotta for easier whipping.
Experiment with different breads for unique flavors.
Drizzle honey for added sweetness if desired.

Author: Jesseca
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Brunch
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Calories: 250
Sugar: 5
Sodium: 250
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 6
Unsaturated Fat: 4
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 2
Protein: 7
Cholesterol: 30