Golden Herb-Baked Ricotta: My Easy Go-To Recipe - Crock Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups (375g) whole milk ricotta cheese, well drained
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice
• Zest of 1 medium lemon
• 1 tablespoon (15g) finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon (15g) finely chopped fresh basil or thyme
• ½ teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Pinch of red chili flakes (optional, for gentle heat)
• Crusty bread, toasted (for serving)
• Extra olive oil for drizzling (for serving)