ROASTED GRAPE AND RICOTTA TOASTS

Roasted Grape and Ricotta Toasts image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups seedless red grapes
2 tablespoons red wine, such as Zinfandel, preferably from California
6 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons olive oil, preferably from California
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 thick slices San Francisco sourdough bread
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1 lemon, zested
Sea salt flakes

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Toss the grapes with the red wine, thyme, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and some salt and pepper. Place on a small baking sheet or baking dish. Roast until the grapes are tender, wilted and juicy, about 25 minutes.
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the bread slices with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Grill on both sides until crisp and lightly charred in some places, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Spread the ricotta evenly on the bread. Top with the roasted grapes and their juices. Sprinkle with lemon zest and flaky salt, then serve.