Herb Baked Ricotta
Ingredients
2 lb wedge of ricotta (see note) | ||
2 tbs fresh thyme leaves | ||
2 tbs chopped fresh rosemary | ||
2 tbs fresh oregano, chopped | ||
3 tbs fresh parsley, chopped | ||
3 tbs fresh chives | ||
2 garlic cloves, crushed | ||
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil | ||
2 tsp cracked black pepper |
- Pat the ricotta wedge dry with paper towels and place in a baking dish.
- Mix the herbs, garlic oil and cracked pepper in a bowl.
- Spoon onto the ricotta and press on with a wooden spoon.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the ricotta is set.
- Serve on crackers and or on crusty bread.
- Note: If you can only ricotta in a container, drain overnight in a colander or bowl, in the refrigerator. Spread half the herb mixture in a loaf pan. Spoon the ricotta in a spread with remaining herbs before baking.
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