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Ricotta, Prosciutto and Cherry Tomato Baguette

This picnic-ready baguette balances rich ricotta, savoury prosciutto and fresh tomatoes in every bite.

Wrapped in foil and served warm, it’s an easy way to elevate lunch on the go.

Crunchy, creamy and full of flavour, this sandwich has it all. What makes this baguette creation unforgettable is the warm ricotta on both sides of the bread topped with salty prosciutto, sweet cherry tomatoes and fresh basil.

Wrapped in foil to stay warm, it’s ready to serve at your next picnic providing something tasty and unique.

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Ricotta, Prosciutto and Cherry Tomato Baguette
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Ricotta, Prosciutto and Cherry Tomato Baguette

Warm ricotta, prosciutto, cherry tomatoes and basil transform a simple baguette into a picnic-ready sandwich.

Ingredients

  • 1 baguette
  • 1 cup ricotta
  • zest of one lemon
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 prosciutto slices
  • 200 gr mixed cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Combine the ricotta in a bowl with the  lemon zest, Parmesan, parsley, ¼ tsp salt and black pepper until smooth.
  • Slice the baguette in half lengthwise. Spread ricotta mixture generously over both cut sides. Loosely pile the prosciutto slices over the bottom half. Scatter the mixed cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves. Sprinkle the last bit of salt over the top.
  • Place open-faced on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until the ricotta is melted and the edges of the bread are golden.
  • Fold the top half down firmly, slice into desired pieces with a bread knife and wrap tightly and individually in foil. Pack in an air tight container ready for a picnic or any outing.