Grape And Ricotta Crostata Recipes

GRAPE AND RICOTTA CROSTATA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
• Unroll pie crust and place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread grape jam over the pie crust leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Randomly place tablespoon-sized dollops of ricotta over the grape jam. Fold in the edges of pie crust over the filling.
• In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush over pie crust. Randomly place the grapes flat side down onto the crust. Bake for 20 minutes until crust is golden and filling is puffed slightly. Remove to a wire rack, cool 10 minutes. When cool, dust with powdered sugar and cut into slices.

ROASTED GRAPE AND RICOTTA TOASTS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Toss the grapes with the red wine, thyme, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and some salt and pepper. Place on a small baking sheet or baking dish. Roast until the grapes are tender, wilted and juicy, about 25 minutes.
• Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the bread slices with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Grill on both sides until crisp and lightly charred in some places, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Spread the ricotta evenly on the bread. Top with the roasted grapes and their juices. Sprinkle with lemon zest and flaky salt, then serve.

ROASTED GRAPE CROSTINI

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°. Toss first five ingredients; spread in a greased 15x10x1-in. pan. Roast until grapes are lightly browned and softened, 30-35 minutes. Stir in orange zest., Preheat broiler. Arrange bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from heat until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes per side. Top with warm grape mixture; sprinkle with cheese and basil.