6.27.2011

HOME OF THE BRAVE

Who's excited! Fourth of July is this week, one of my very favorite holidays.  Lakes, BBQ, Fireworks, and flags.  This week is all about the patriotism.
A-mer-ca.

How delish do these tarts look? Try the recipe below...



(1. Elle Decor's Look Book.  2. Such cute shoes! Need Supply.  3. James Nares.  4. Cherry and Ricotta Tarts. )



Fresh Ricotta, Cherry, and Lemon Zest Crostini

Serves 4

Ingredients:
6 Ounces (1 1/4) Pitted, Chopped, Sweet Cherries
1 Tablespoon Light Brown Sugar
4 Slices Rustic Bread
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 Cup Ricotta
Grated Zest of 1 Lemon

1. Heat oven to 375 degrees.  Combine cherries and sugar; let macerate 10 minutes.
2. Brush bread with olive oil and toast until golden, 5-7 minutes. Mix ricotta with lemon zest. Spread bread with ricotta and top with cherries.  Garnish with more zest.
3. Serve and Enjoy!




3 comments:

  1. what a beautiful round-up! i love that living room photo, gorgeous. and i'm so excited that you're coming to BLOGSHOP!!!!! xoxo

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  2. Ummm, wow. That gallery wall maybe the best I've ever seen.

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  3. I can't wait for cherries again... here in Australia in the middle of winter, the produce selection at the grocery shop is not what you'd want it to be... so I'm filing this little gem away until the end of the year! Thanks for stopping by The Spring - I really dig your blog too!
    - Catherine
    www.thespringblog.oom

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