Baked Ricotta With Garlic and Herbs

• tablespoon olive oil↗1
• cups ricotta cheese↗2
• teaspoon salt↗1
• teaspoon pepper↗1⁄2
• garlic cloves, minced↗4
• cup chopped fresh herb, such as basil, rosemary, and thyme1⁄4
• cup heavy cream↗1⁄4
• loaf French bread, sliced and toasted or grilled↗1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 300°F.

2. 2

   Coat a 1-quart casserole with the olive oil.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, stir the ricotta together with the salt, pepper, garlic, herbs, and cream.

4. 4

   Transfer to the casserole. Bake uncovered, for about 15 minutes until the cheese is creamy and hot. Serve with the French bread slices.