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Tomato & Ricotta Crostini

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, crostini are small toasted bread slices topped with various ingredients. This dish highlights the simplicity and freshness of Italian cuisine, often served as an appetizer during gatherings. Today, variations abound globally, showcasing local ingredients while maintaining the essence of the traditional recipe.

ItalianITappetizer
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 filone di pane casereccio
200 ml latte
300 g ricotta vaccina
500 g macinato di manzo
1 uovo
60 g formaggio grattugiato
erba cipollina
mezzo bicchiere di vino bianco
1 spicchio d'aglio
2 salsicce
1 peperoncino
500 g cicoria lessata
5 pomodori a grappolo
1 cipolla di Tropea
basilico
2 mozzarella fior di latte
olio evo
sale
pepe

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while still providing creaminess.

baguette

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: sourdough bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Prepare the filling by mixing the macinato di manzo, ricotta vaccina, uovo, formaggio grattugiato, chopped erba cipollina, and season with salt and pepper.

2

In a pan, sauté the chopped cipolla di Tropea and garlic in olive oil until translucent.

3

Add the salsicce, breaking them apart, and cook until browned.

4

Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it evaporate.

5

Add the cicoria lessata and chopped peperoncino, mixing well.

6

Spread the filling over the filone di pane casereccio and top with sliced pomodori a grappolo and mozzarella fior di latte.

7

Bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted.

Cooking Techniques

toastingmixing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Bruschetta with RicottaRicotta Toast
Local Name: Crostini con Pomodoro e Ricotta

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