Strawberry Ricotta Crostini Appetizer (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Topping

01 - ½ cup strawberries, finely chopped
02 - ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
03 - 1 tsp lemon zest
04 - 2 tsp brown sugar
05 - 5 tbsp ricotta

→ Base

06 - ½ baguette, sliced into 12 ½-inch slices

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
02 - Slice the baguette into 12 ½-inch slices and toast them in the oven for 5 minutes, or until nicely toasted.
03 - Finely chop the strawberries until you have ½ cup.
04 - In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Reduce over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, or until thickened.
05 - Zest the lemon to produce 1 teaspoon of zest.
06 - Mix the chopped strawberries and lemon zest in a bowl. Add the reduced balsamic vinegar and gently stir.
07 - Spread a small amount of ricotta onto each toast slice, then top with the balsamic strawberry mixture.

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