Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Pears

Time:

30-60 Min.

Makes:

12 Servings

Whipped ricotta crostini elevated with sliced red Anjou USA Pears, prosciutto, and toasted pine nuts. This easy, seasonal appetizer uses minimal ingredients and delivers maximum flavor—ideal for effortless summer entertaining.

INGREDIENTS

1 Red Anjou USA Pear, sliced thin
1 cup full-fat creamy ricotta cheese
2 teaspoons honey
kosher salt, to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 crusty baguette, sliced into 1-inch thick crostini
3.5 ounces of thinly sliced prosciutto
fresh basil, to garnish
toasted pine nuts, to garnish
red pepper flakes, to garnish
flaked salt, to garnish

DIRECTIONS

In a food processor, add the ricotta, honey & salt. with the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. continue mixing until light & fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Transfer mixture to a piping bag & refrigerate until ready to assemble. just before serving the ricotta onto the crostini. Top with pear slices & prosciutto. Garnish with basil, pine nuts, chili flakes & flaked salt. serve immediately!