Description
Baked Ricotta with Lemon & Thyme is a heavenly appetizer that marries creamy ricotta with the zesty freshness of lemon and aromatic thyme. Baked until golden and bubbly, this dish is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a cozy night in. Serve it warm with crusty bread or crunchy crackers for an indulgent treat that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Crusty bread or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, lemon zest, thyme, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Let cool slightly before serving with crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg