Strawberry Bruschetta Honey (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
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A sprinkle of ground pepper and salt
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1 fresh baguette, sliced into pieces about half an inch thick
→ Ricotta Mix
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1 cup ricotta cheese, whole milk
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A quarter cup of basil leaves, chopped fine
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2 tablespoons honey, golden
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract (pure)
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¼ teaspoon of salt
→ Strawberry Layer
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2 cups strawberries, fresh and sliced
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1 tablespoon of honey
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Fresh mint leaves (optional, for a touch of garnish)
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A pinch of salt (about ¼ teaspoon)
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2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Take the baguette slices and spread them out on your baking sheet. Add a drizzle of olive oil and season lightly with salt. Bake for 2 minutes until the edges are golden and crunchy.
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In a bowl, mix your sliced strawberries with a drizzle of honey and a little salt. Let everything sit for about 5 minutes. This helps the flavors mix and brings out the strawberries' sweetness.
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Take a separate bowl and stir together the ricotta, vanilla, salt, and honey until it becomes creamy and smooth. If you're using basil, mix that in as well to get a fresh, herby taste.
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Spread a nice amount of the ricotta blend on each toasted bread slice. Put some of the strawberry mix on top. Finish with a drizzle of honey, balsamic glaze, and a bit of cracked black pepper. If you'd like, add a sprig of mint for a pop of color. Enjoy while it's warm and crispy!
# Notes:
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Tastes best when eaten fresh, while the bread is still warm and crunchy.
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Try swapping the herbs—mint or thyme work great too.
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You can prepare the ricotta mix up to a day early and store it in the fridge.