Strawberry Balsamic Crostini with Whipped Ricotta

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 1 tbsp Basil, fresh leaves
  • 1/2 tsp Lemon, zest
  • 1 lb Strawberries, fresh

• Condiments

  • 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar, good quality
  • 1 tsp Honey

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

• Bread & Baked Goods

  • 1 Baguette

• Dairy

  • 2 tbsp 2% milk or cream
  • 1 cup Part skim or whole milk ricotta

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Description

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
• 1 tablespoon good quality balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup part skim or whole milk ricotta
• 2 tablespoons 2% milk or cream
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 baguette, sliced and toasted until golden brown
• 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Directions

• In a large bowl gently stir together all of the ingredients for the balsamic strawberries then set aside and let them macerate while you prepare everything else.
• In a blender or food processor add the ingredients for the whipped ricotta and process until smooth and light.
• Broil the slices of baguette until golden brown then spread on some of the ricotta and top with the balsamic strawberries and a few pieces of sliced basil.
• Serve immediately.