Herbed Ricotta Bruschettas (Ina Garten) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 cups ricotta, store-bought or homemade
3 tbsp minced scallions, white and green parts (2 scallions)
2 tbsp minced fresh dill
1 tbsp minced fresh chives
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 round sourdough bread
good olive oil
1 whole garlic clove, cut in half
green salad vinaigrette
4 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
1 tsp kosher salt
3 tbsp good white wine vinegar
8 to 10 cups salad greens or mesclun mix
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/2 cup good olive oil
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Prepare a charcoal grill with hot coals or turn a gas grill to medium-high heat.
Combine the ricotta, scallions, dill, chives, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and set aside. Cut the bread in half and cut each half into 6 thick slices to make 12 slices total.
When the grill is hot, brush the bread with olive oil and grill on each side for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove from the grill and rub each slice of bread with the cut side of the garlic clove. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and spread with the herbed ricotta. Serve 2 warm slices per person with the green salad on the side.
Homemade Ricotta:
Set a large sieve over a deep bowl. Dampen 2 layers of cheesecloth with water and line the sieve with the cheesecloth.
Pour the milk and cream into a stainless-steel or enameled pot such as Le Creuset. Stir in the salt. Bring to a full boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and stir in the vinegar. Allow the mixture to stand for 1 minute until it curdles. It will separate into thick parts (the curds) and milky parts (the whey).
Pour the mixture into the cheesecloth-lined sieve and allow it to drain into the bowl at room temperature for 20 to 25 minutes, occasionally discarding the liquid that collects in the bowl. The longer you let the mixture drain, the thicker the ricotta. (I tend to like mine on the thicker side, but some prefer it moister.) Transfer the ricotta to a bowl, discarding the cheesecloth and any remaining whey. Use immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. The ricotta will keep refrigerated for 4 to 5 days.
Green Salad Vinaigrette:
Place the salad greens in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour enough dressing on the salad to moisten. Toss and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	2281.57 Kcal (9552 kJ)
Calories from fat	1979.33 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	219.93g	338%
Cholesterol	263.22mg	88%
Sodium	4455.75mg	186%
Potassium	650.45mg	14%
Total Carbs	47.63g	16%
Sugars	37.45g	150%
Dietary Fiber	0.38g	2%
Protein	24.3g	49%
Vitamin C	5.6mg	9%
Iron	0.5mg	3%
Calcium	544.4mg	54%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	305.59 Kcal (1279 kJ)
Calories from fat	265.11 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	29.46g	338%
Cholesterol	35.25mg	88%
Sodium	596.79mg	186%
Potassium	87.12mg	14%
Total Carbs	6.38g	16%
Sugars	5.02g	150%
Dietary Fiber	0.05g	2%
Protein	3.25g	49%
Vitamin C	0.8mg	9%
Iron	0.1mg	3%
Calcium	72.9mg	54%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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