Crostini with Whipped Ricotta Spread, Figs, and Honey
Crostini with Whipped Ricotta Spread, Figs, and Honey
Ingredients
- 1 baguette (or crusty bread of choice)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt
- 8 oz fresh figs, sliced thinly (or dried. Or any type of fruit such as sliced pears, apples or blackberries)
- Pistachios to garnish
- Honey to garnish
For the Whipped Ricotta Spread
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta
- 1 tsp fresh parsley
- ½ tsp lemon zest (optional)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Blend in a food processor. Taste for seasoning.
Preheat the oven to 375. Slice baguette into ¼ inch slices and place on sheet tray. Drizzle with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Bake for 5-8 minutes until golden brown.
To assemble:
Take each slice of baguette and spread it evenly with the ricotta spread. Place a few slices of fresh figs on each. Garnish with roasted pistachios and a drizzle of honey. Enjoy!
