Nectarine & Whipped Ricotta Toast

Servings: 1 | Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 5 mins

Perfect as a sophisticated brunch, summer appetizer, or just a quick gourmet snack - all from the comfort of your own kitchen!

Ingredients:

• 1 slice artisan bread (such as sourdough or country loaf)

• 1 ripe nectarine, thinly sliced

• ½ cup ricotta cheese

• ¼ cup mascarpone cheese

• 1–2 tbsp honey, to taste

• 1–2 tsp truffle oil, for drizzling

• Flaky sea salt, to taste

• Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

• Olive oil or butter, for toasting

Instructions:

1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, mascarpone, and honey.

2. Use an electric hand mixer to whip the mixture for about 2–3 minutes, until light, fluffy, and smooth.

3. Transfer the whipped ricotta to a piping bag (or a ziplock bag with the corner snipped).

4. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat the pan with olive oil or butter.

5. Toast the bread slice until golden and crisp on both sides, about 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set on a serving plate.

6. Arrange the nectarine slices evenly over the toasted bread.

7. Pipe dollops of whipped ricotta around and between the fruit slices.

8. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and a drizzle of truffle oil. Serve immediately and enjoy!