Lunch: Grape Ricotta Crostini

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Honey

Health and fertility benefits of Grape Ricotta Crostini

One tbsp of honey has a glycemic index (GI) of 55.

Ingredients

2 cups red grapes, washed and dried
1 to 2 tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup fresh ricotta, store-bought or homemade
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla powder
1 loaf crusty Italian bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Combine the grapes, honey and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a bowl and mix to coat the grapes. Place the coated grapes on a rimmed baking sheet and add the thyme sprigs, salt and pepper. Roast until the grapes turn a brighter purple, 7 to 15 minutes (depending on the size of the grapes). In another bowl, add the ricotta, mascarpone, sugar and vanilla and mix until well combined. Heat a grill pan on medium heat. Pour the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil on a plate. Dip both sides of the bread onto the oil and transfer to the grill pan. Grill on both sides until grill marks appear, a few minutes. To serve, spread the ricotta mixture on the crostini and top with the roasted grapes.

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