BALSAMIC STRAWBERRIES W/ HONEY VANILLA RICOTTA

BALSAMIC STRAWBERRIES W/ HONEY VANILLA RICOTTA image

Categories Fruit

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 c ricotta cheese
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3 Tbsp honey
3 Tbsp We Olive aged balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp sugar
1 lb strawberries (hulled and diced)
2 Tbsp basil, fresh (chiffonade)

Steps:

1. In a food processer add first 3 ingredients and mix for 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour (minimum). 2. Bring vinegar and sugar to a boil in a small pot; reduce to simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Cool completely. 3. Toss basil and berries with balsamic sauce. 4. To plate, place cheese on bottom of a glass, spoon berries on top. Place a little fresh basil as garnish and half a strawberry on rim of glass. You may also wet the rim of glass ahead of time with a lemon wedge and dip rim in sugar for decoration.