winetimes.co.za - 08:00, 24th November, 2011
Fresh Fig, Ricotta, and Honey Breakfast Crostini
For a delicious breakfast, simply spread plain sheep’s milk ricotta over the crostini, top with fig slices, and drizzle with honey.
Ingredients
1 large loaf crusty bread (cut into 10-12 slices)
250gm ricotta
8-12 medium fresh figs, stemmed and sliced
1/2 cup dry roasted, unsalted pistachios
Zest of 1 large lemon
1 small bottle quality honey
Method
- Preheat oven grill. Place bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- Grill for 3 minutes, or until lightly toasted and golden brown.
- Spread 1-2 tablespoons ricotta cheese on a toasted bread slice.
- Top with 6-7 fresh fig slices, a few pistachios and some lemon zest.
- Drizzle with desired amount of honey. Repeat with remaining slices.
- Serve immediately.
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