Baked Ricotta Recipe
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Ricotta baked with cheese and herbs is a fast, simple appetizer ideal for entertaining. Serve it alongside cured meats and crostini or crackers. Since the ricotta is the star here, be sure to use good-quality or homemade cheese for the best flavor and texture.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese (about 16 ounces)
- 1/2 cup loosely packed Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated on the small holes of a box grater (about 1 ounce)
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano leaves
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for coating the baking dish
- Crostini or toasted bread, for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat the oven to 300°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Lightly coat a 2-cup baking dish with olive oil; set aside.
- Place ricotta, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of the Pecorino Romano, and the oregano in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish, sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons Pecorino Romano, and drizzle with olive oil. Bake until heated through and the Pecorino Romano on top is melted, about 30 minutes. Serve warm with toasted bread or crostini.
I just made this and it's delicious! I appreciate ways to put my fresh oregano to good use.
This sounds like a winner!
@leenda324 - You probably don't want to know... haha
Sounds fab -- anybody know the nutritional info?
good idea