Lavender Ricotta & Fruit Crostini
- 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
- 1-2 tablespoon Honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract
- 3-7 drops Lavender Essential Oil (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Blackberries
- Raspberries
- Blueberries
- Several Sprigs of Fresh Thyme
- 1 Loaf French Bread
- EVOO
- Salt
- Honey (for drizzling)
Slice French bread in ΒΌ" slices on an angle
Brush each slice liberally with olive oil
Sparingly - salt each slice
Layer oil side up on cookie sheet and bake until golden brown (approx 10 min)
In a bowl, beat Ricotta cheese with a fork vigorously until smooth (do not use a food processor - may use a mixer with a paddle for best results)
Add 1-2 T honey, almond extract, vanilla extract and lavender essential oil and mix gently with a fork
Adjust to taste
Place a dollop of cheese on cooled crostini
Place one each of fruit on each crostini
Top off with a drizzle of honey
This is a Fancy Dancy appetizer that will impress even the most critical "Foodies" I have made this for special occasions and for business dinners. It was a talked about hit every time. Have your recipe handy because you will be asked for it!