Monte Bianco Recipe
Olive oil, garlic, ricotta, fresh mozzarella & basil
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Cheese Mixture
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Garlic Oil
In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and diced fresh mozzarella. Mix well until combined. Chop the fresh basil leaves and fold them into the cheese mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly
- 3
Assemble the Dish
Spread the cheese mixture onto a serving platter or individual plates. Drizzle the cooled garlic oil over the cheese mixture generously.
- 4
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves and serve immediately with toasted bread or crackers.