Ricotta with Vanilla-Sugar Croutons and Berries

Ricotta with Vanilla-Sugar Croutons and Berries
The recipe Ricotta with Vanilla-Sugar Croutons and Berries can be made in around 45 minutes. This side dish has 769 calories, 11g of protein, and 21g of fat per serving. This recipe serves 4. A mixture of vanilla bean, lemon zest, sugar, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and lacto ovo vegetarian diet. Users who liked this recipe also liked Broiled Brown Sugar-Vanilla Bananas Atop Ricotta, Broiled Brown Sugar-vanilla Bananas Atop Ricotta, and Sweetened Ricotta with Berries.

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a medium bowl, toss together the bread cubes and melted butter.
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Add the vanilla sugar and toss until the bread cubes are coated in sugar. Arrange the bread cubes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Cool completely.;
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In a small saucepan, bring the orange juice, lemon juice, and sugar to a simmer, over medium-low heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, about 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add the blueberries and strawberries and simmer until the fruit softens, about 6 to 8 minutes. Cool the syrup to room temperature.
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Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl.
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Mix well.
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To serve: Divide the ricotta mixture between 4 decorative dessert bowls. Spoon the fruit syrup over the ricotta and top with the croutons.
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Garnish with the sliced mint.
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Place the sugar in the bowl of a food processor. Using a paring knife, slice the vanilla bean in half, lengthways, and scrape out the seeds.
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Add the vanilla seeds to the sugar. Pulse 10 to 15 times until the vanilla and sugar are combined.
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Cut the empty vanilla pod into 1-inch pieces and place in a glass mason jar.
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Add the vanilla sugar to the jar and seal. Shake the jar before using.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score2
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