Fresh Ricotta, Basil & Strawberry Sandwich

Fresh Ricotta, Basil & Strawberry Sandwich
Fresh Ricotta, Basil & Strawberry Sandwich

This April, celebrate fresh starts with one of our favorite signs of Spring- fresh ricotta.

Hints of sweetness layered into the creamy cow’s milk cheese make a perfect light snack or complete lunch inside this sweet and tangy, spring sandwich. There’s nothing better than biting into fresh in-season strawberries, wrapped in cheese and sweetened with local honey.

sandwich What You Need (And How Much):

  • Ricotta Cheese, Fresh - 1 Cup
  • Cinnamon, Ground - 1/2 Tsp
  • Fresh Strawberries, Sliced - 1/2 Cup
  • Honey - For Drizzling
  • Raisin Nut Loaf - 1 Loaf, Sliced
  • Basil, Fresh, Chopped - 1/2 Cup

How it's Made

Mix cinnamon with ricotta cheese. On sliced bread, spread about ¼ cup fresh ricotta cheese mixture. Top with berries and fresh basil. Drizzle with honey. Serve open faced, or top with an additional slice of bread for a delicious sandwich. Serves 4. Drop into Di Bruno Bros. to pick up fresh ricotta or order this rich and creamy Grande Ricotta on dibruno.com. Drizzle on some honey for a quick and satisfying DIY recipe at home.