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Ricotta Tomato Bread Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes | 🕒 Cook Time: 38 minutes | 🕒 Total Time: 43 minutes
🥦 Recipe Category: Vegetable | 🏷️ Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Broil/Grill, < 60 Mins, Oven, Stove Top
🍽️ Recipe Yield: 6 servings

Description:

Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Ricotta Tomato Bread recipe! This wholesome dish combines the richness of ricotta cheese with the tanginess of tomatoes, all atop a crispy French baguette. It’s a perfect dish for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself to a savory snack.

Ingredients:

• 2 stalks celery
• 1 green pepper
• 1/2 onion
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 2 tomatoes
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 French baguette
• 1 cup ricotta cheese

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 525.1
• Fat: 17.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.7g
• Cholesterol: 23mg
• Sodium: 960.1mg
• Carbohydrates: 74.7g
  • Fiber: 7.3g
  • Sugar: 8.9g
• Protein: 19.5g

Instructions:

1. Preheat Skillet: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Cook Vegetables: Add celery, green pepper, onion, garlic, paprika, and chili powder to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.

3. Add Tomatoes: Mix in chopped tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring well to combine. Season with salt and pepper as desired.

4. Simmer: Allow the mixture to simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.

5. Add Parmesan: Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the tomato mixture and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Prepare Bread: While the tomato mixture is cooking, slice the French baguette in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 3 equal pieces. Toast the bread in the oven until lightly golden.

7. Assemble: Arrange the toasted bread pieces on a baking sheet or ovenproof platter.

8. Top with Tomato Mixture: Spoon the cooked tomato mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices, spreading it out to cover each piece.

9. Add Ricotta: Dollop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the tomato mixture, distributing it evenly across the bread.

10. Broil: Preheat your oven’s broiler. Place the assembled bread under the broiler and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the ricotta cheese is melted and lightly golden on top.

11. Serve: Remove the Ricotta Tomato Bread from the oven and serve immediately, either as an appetizer, side dish, or a satisfying snack.

Enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures in this Ricotta Tomato Bread recipe! Whether you’re cooking for yourself or sharing with loved ones, it’s sure to be a hit at any meal.