Directions
Preheat your oven to 450°F. In a mixing bowl, combine artichokes with olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning until evenly coated. Spread the mixture onto a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Afterward, turn the artichokes over and continue baking for another 10 minutes, until they're crispy and golden. While the artichokes are in the oven, whip together ricotta cheese, pesto, and lemon juice until light and fluffy. Once the artichokes are done, gently flatten each one and generously spread them with the pesto whipped ricotta mixture. Finish by sprinkling toasted pine nuts over the top for an added crunch. Serves 4.
Crispy Smashed Artichokes with Pesto Whipped Ricotta
Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Servings: 4
Treat your taste buds to a delight with our Crispy Smashed Artichokes with Pesto Whipped Ricotta. Tender artichoke hearts, smashed and roasted to perfection, are topped with creamy pesto whipped ricotta infused with garlic, lemon juice, and herbs. Toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch. Whether served as an appetizer or side dish, this dish promises to impress with its Mediterranean-inspired flair and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
- 2 cans Cento Artichokes in Brine 5-7 (14 oz)
- 2 tbsp Cento Imported Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Cento Basil Pesto Sauce
- 2 tsp Cento Pignoli Nuts
- 1 tsp Cento Italian Seasoning
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 1 Lemon, juiced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F. In a mixing bowl, combine artichokes with olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning until evenly coated. Spread the mixture onto a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Afterward, turn the artichokes over and continue baking for another 10 minutes, until they're crispy and golden. While the artichokes are in the oven, whip together ricotta cheese, pesto, and lemon juice until light and fluffy. Once the artichokes are done, gently flatten each one and generously spread them with the pesto whipped ricotta mixture. Finish by sprinkling toasted pine nuts over the top for an added crunch. Serves 4.
