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Ingredients
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Baked Ricotta
House-Made Jam
Crackers
Method
Baked Ricotta
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare Ricotta Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, extra virgin olive oil, chopped fresh rosemary, chopped fresh thyme, minced garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- 3
Transfer to Baking Dish
Transfer the ricotta mixture into a small baking dish or ramekin, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 4
Bake the Ricotta
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the edges are bubbling.
House-Made Jam
- 5
Prepare Strawberries
Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, then chop them into small pieces.
- 6
Cook the Jam
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil.
- 7
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency.
- 8
Cool the Jam
Remove from heat and allow the jam to cool completely before serving.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Dish
Once the baked ricotta is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve it warm alongside the house-made jam and a box of store-bought crackers.