Fig and Ricotta Toast is a delightful and easy-to-make breakfast or snack. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of your favorite bread (sourdough, whole grain, or baguette)
- 1 cup fresh figs, sliced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- Honey, for drizzling
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
- Crushed pistachios or almonds, for topping (optional)
Instructions:
1. Toast the Bread:
– Toast the slices of bread to your preferred level of doneness. You can use a toaster, toaster oven, or even a grill pan.
2. Prepare Ricotta:
– While the bread is toasting, spoon the ricotta cheese into a bowl and stir it gently to make it smooth and creamy.
3. Slice Figs:
– Wash and slice the fresh figs into thin rounds.
4. Assemble the Toast:
– Once the bread is toasted, spread a generous layer of ricotta cheese on each slice.
5. Add Figs:
– Arrange the sliced figs on top of the ricotta, distributing them evenly among the slices.
6. Drizzle with Honey:
– Drizzle honey over each toast. The amount is based on your preference for sweetness.
7. Garnish (Optional):
– If desired, garnish the toast with fresh mint leaves and sprinkle crushed pistachios or almonds on top.
8. Serve:
– Serve the Fig and Ricotta Toast immediately while the bread is still warm.
Optional Variations:
– Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle a balsamic glaze over the top for a tangy twist.
– Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon sugar on the ricotta for a hint of warmth and sweetness.
– Vanilla Extract:*Stir a drop of vanilla extract into the ricotta for added flavor.
– Fresh Basil: Instead of mint, try topping the toast with fresh basil for a different herbal note.
Fig and Ricotta Toast is a versatile dish that combines creamy ricotta with the sweet and slightly chewy texture of fresh figs. Enjoy this simple yet sophisticated toast for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack.
