Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh ricotta cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes
  • 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tbsp finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 oz flatbread
  • 3 oz tomato tapenade

Method

  • Strain ricotta in a cheesecloth-lined colander placed over a bowl for 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  • Turn ricotta out onto prepared tray. Sprinkle with garlic, chili, thyme and Parmesan. Drizzle with oil and bake for about 30 mins, or until cheese is browned lightly. Let cool.
  • Serve ricotta with flatbread and tomato tapenade.