Crostini con Formaggio

Crostini con Formaggio is a delightful Italian snack featuring crispy toasted bread topped with a creamy, flavorful cheese blend. This kosher dish is perfect for sharing and pairs wonderfully with a glass of wine or a fresh salad.

Ingredients

• Baguette - 1 small (about 250g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil leaves - 6 leaves
• Ricotta cheese - 100g
• Parmesan cheese - 30g, grated
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Slice the baguette into 1 cm thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet.
3. Drizzle the slices with olive oil on both sides and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
4. Toast the baguette slices in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
5. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, honey, freshly chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
6. Once the crostini are toasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
7. Spread a generous amount of the cheese mixture on each crostini.
8. Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in calcium from the cheese, supporting bone health.
• Provides healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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