Ricotta In Peace

This creamy baked ricotta dip gets a spooky twist for Halloween! Served with toasted Chabaso Roasted Garlic Ciabatta crostinis and topped with “grave stone” toasts, it transforms into the perfect Ricotta in Peace (RIP) party appetizer.

Ingredients

• 1 loaf CHABASO roasted garlic ciabatta 14oz

• 2 cups whole milk ricotta

• 1 cup grated parmesan

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• 1 large egg, room temperature

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

• ½ teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

• 1-2 pinches red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a small baking dish or skillet with pan spray.

2. Stir 2 cups whole milk ricotta, 1 cup grated parmesan, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 large egg, zest of 1 lemon, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, ½ teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, and 1–2 pinches red pepper flakes together in a large bowl until fully combined.

3. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and bake for 15–20 minutes, until the top is lightly browned. For more color, you can broil the dip on high for about 1 minute.

4. Slice and toast Chabaso Roasted Garlic Ciabatta to make crostinis for dipping.

   Optional décor: Top the dip with extra toasted crostini “grave stones” for a spooky Halloween touch.