Tomato Spread With Ricotta Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 6-ounce jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil
• 4 medium tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, skinned and any green part removed
• 1 cup loosely packed basil leaves
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• 2 pounds ricotta cheese

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

    266 calories; 15 grams fat; 9 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 4 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 18 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 9 grams sugars; 16 grams protein; 57 milligrams cholesterol; 151 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
  Powered by DiningAndCooking.com

About 5 cups

Preparation

1. Combine the sun-dried tomatoes, fresh tomatoes, garlic and basil in a food processor. Blend to a smooth puree and season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Place the ricotta in a mound in the center of a large round plate. Smooth the tomato mixture around the side. Garnish the cheese with a sprig of basil.