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Tomato Confit Ricotta Toast with Cracked Pepper & Herbs

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Luscious tomato confit spooned onto creamy ricotta atop toasted bread, finished with cracked black pepper and fresh herbs—this elegant toast offers sweet, savory, and creamy harmony in each bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • Fresh herbs (basil, thyme, or oregano)
  • Cracked black pepper and salt, to taste
  • 8 slices crusty bread (baguette, sourdough, or country loaf)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 275 °F (135 °C). Place halved tomatoes cut side up in a baking dish. Add garlic and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 1½–2 hours until tomatoes are soft and jammy.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Brush bread slices lightly with olive oil. Toast on a baking sheet for 5–7 minutes until golden.
  3. Spread a generous layer of ricotta cheese on each toasted slice.
  4. Spoon tomato confit over the ricotta, then season with cracked black pepper.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs and a final drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use Parmesan or feta for added cheesy flavor.
  • Rub toasted bread with garlic for an extra punch.
  • Try microgreens or chives as an herb alternative.
  • Gluten-free bread or seeded crackers work for dietary needs.
  • Add prosciutto or smoked salmon for a protein boost.

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Keywords: tomato confit, ricotta toast, savory toast, gourmet appetizer, Mediterranean toast

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