Baked Ricotta

Baked Ricotta

from anitalianinmykitchen.com
35 min

This Baked Ricotta with parmesan and herbs is an easy and simple appetizer. Delicious served warm or cold, pair it with crackers or veggies.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups fresh ricotta ((350 grams))
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese (divided) ((25 + 6 grams))
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1-2 pinches salt
  • 1-2 dashes black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 10 grape or cherry tomatoes (chopped)
  • 3-4 fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1-2 pinches salt
  • 2-4 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

  1. 1

    Pre-heat oven to 400F (200C).

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl beat the egg with a whisk, then add the ricotta cheese, ¼ cup of parmesan cheese, oregano, salt and pepper, whisk together until completed combined.

  3. 3

    Spoon the ricotta into a small 5-6 inch (14 cm) oven safe baking dish, then sprinkle with the tablespoon of parmesan cheese. Bake for approximately 20-30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil. Serve warm or room temperature.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl toss together the chopped tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt and olive oil. Serve over the baked ricotta if desired.