Roasted Ricotta Figs Honey (Print View)
Oven-roasted ricotta topped with figs and honey offers a silky, aromatic starter with sweet and savory flavors.
# Components:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
02 - 4 fresh figs, sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - Pinch of black pepper
05 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Spread ricotta cheese evenly in a small ovenproof dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
02 - Arrange sliced fresh figs decoratively over the ricotta. Drizzle honey uniformly over the surface, then season with a pinch of black pepper and salt.
03 - Transfer dish to a preheated 375°F oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until ricotta is golden and bubbling. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses just five simple fresh ingredients
- Takes less than half an hour from start to finish
- Perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and savory notes
02 -
- High in calcium thanks to the ricotta
- Naturally gluten free when served without bread
- Pairs beautifully with both sweet and dry wines
03 -
- Always let the ricotta drain for thirty minutes if it is watery for a firmer base and richer taste
- Broil for the final two minutes if you love a deeply caramelized finish but keep an eye to avoid burning
- Use really ripe figs for the most flavorful result even slightly overripe ones are fantastic in the oven