Grilled Honey-Nectarine Ricotta Toast

Ingredients and Weight:

• Sourdough bread, 1 loaf
• Fresh nectarines, 8 medium
• Ricotta cheese, 2 cups
• Honey, 1/2 cup
• Ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• Olive oil, for greasing
• Fresh mint, for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Easy (1 out of 5)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Slice the nectarines into 1/4-inch thick slices.
3. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, honey, cinnamon, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
4. Slice the bread into 1-inch thick slices.
5. Brush the bread with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
6. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the grilled bread.
7. Arrange the nectarine slices on top of the ricotta.
8. Grill for 3-4 minutes, or until the nectarines start to soften.
9. Garnish with fresh mint, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Protein: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory
• Creamy and crunchy
• Light and refreshing
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch

User Comments:

• "This toast is absolutely delicious! The combination of the sweet nectarines, creamy ricotta, and toasted bread is perfect."
• "I love the grill marks on the nectarines. It gives the dish a nice smoky flavor."
• "This dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a gourmet restaurant."
• "I served this toast at a brunch party and it was a huge hit!"
• "This is my new favorite breakfast dish. It's so light and refreshing, but also filling and satisfying."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the grill is hot enough before adding the bread, or it will stick.
• If you don't have a grill, you can toast the bread in a toaster oven.
• You can use any type of bread you like, but sourdough is recommended for its tangy flavor.
• If you don't have fresh nectarines, you can use canned nectarines. Just be sure to drain them well before slicing.
• You can add other toppings to this toast, such as nuts, seeds, or fruit preserves.