Toasted slices of French bread are topped with a creamy ricotta cheese mixture, baked, and smothered in a savory mushroom mixture. These are simple yet elegant appetizer.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Calories
261 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
Step 2
Mix ricotta, egg, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl until smooth.
Step 3
Place toasted bread slices on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and evenly divide ricotta mixture atop 4 bread slices.
Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is browned, about 12 minutes.
Step 5
Heat butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir mushrooms in mixture until browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Add green onions; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir marsala wine into mixture and cook until reduced by half, about 1 minute.
Step 6
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add chicken stock and lemon juice to skillet; cook until liquid has evaporated. Reduce heat to low. Stir in parsley and butter. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.