Best 5 Ricotta Basil Tomato Tea Sandwiches Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with an enticing trio of ricotta basil tomato tea sandwiches. Embark on a taste adventure as you uncover the secrets behind these delectable treats. Discover the perfect balance of flavors in the classic ricotta and tomato combination, elevated with a refreshing twist of basil. Dive into the realm of culinary creativity as you explore variations of this beloved sandwich, featuring tangy sun-dried tomatoes and a delightful combination of avocado and pesto. Each recipe promises a unique symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
HEIRLOOM TOMATOES WITH HERBED RICOTTA
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, scallions, dill, chives, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and set aside for up to 30 minutes.
- With a small serrated knife, cut the larger tomatoes in wedges through the stem and the smaller tomatoes in half through the stem. Place them in a medium bowl with the garlic, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and set aside.
- When ready to serve, add the basil to the tomatoes and combine. Pile the ricotta in a large (12-inch) round shallow bowl or oval platter. Using a slotted spoon, place the tomatoes around the ricotta, discarding any liquid. Drizzle the tomatoes and ricotta with olive oil, sprinkle with the reserved basil and fleur de sel, and serve at room temperature.
- Set a fine-mesh sieve over a deep bowl. Dampen 2 pieces of cheesecloth with water and line the sieve with a double layer of the cheesecloth.
- Pour the milk and cream into a medium stainless-steel or enameled pot, such as Le Creuset, and stir in the salt. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and pour in the vinegar. Allow the mixture to stand for one minute, until it curdles. It will separate into thick parts (the curds) and milky parts (the whey).
- Pour the mixture into the cheesecloth-lined sieve and allow it to drain into the bowl at room temperature for 20 minutes (for soft ricotta) to 25 minutes (for firmer ricotta), occasionally discarding the liquid that collects in the bowl. Transfer the ricotta to a bowl, discarding the cheesecloth and any remaining liquid. Use immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. The ricotta will keep, refrigerated, for 4 to 5 days.
BEST OF THE BEST TOMATO, BASIL, AND FRESH RICOTTA SANDWICH WITH
From the 'Best of the Best 2008' Cook's Illustrated Cookbook. This recipe is adpated from the Gotham Bar & Grill Cookbook (New York City). This sandwich illustrates how much pleasure can be created with just a few drastically different ingredients. Juicy beefsteak tomatoes and fragrant basil leaves set against the bracing taste of tapenade and cool ricotta cheese - all within the confines of toasted bread. Each bite teases the tastebuds for a long expectant moment before the ingredients begin to register. Don't even think about making this sandwich outside of August or September, when tomatoes are at their juciest, plumpest peak. This sandwich is a great indulgence to bring to the beach, especially since it actually gets better after the flavors have had time to blend. The tapenade, a thick olive paste with anchoves and capers makes a great spread for sandwich and hors d'oeuvres. Salt-packed anchovies are found at Italian and Mediterranean grocers. They are superior to oil-packed canned anchovies. If necessary, substitute 2 oil-packed anchovey fillets for each salt-packed anchovy.
Provided by TxGriffLover
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the tapenade, place the anchovies in a small bowl and cover with cold water. Let stand for 10 minutes to remove the salt. Drain.
- Using a small knife, lift the anchovy fillets from their bones.
- In a food processor, pulse the anchovy fillets with the remaining ingredients until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl and mix well. Serve at room temperature. Makes about 3/4 cup.
- To make each sandwich, spread 1 toasted bread slice with 2 Tablespoons of tampenade.
- Cover with a few overlapping tomato slices, drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Spread with 2 Tablespoons fresh ricotta, season again with salt and pepper, then top with 3 basil leaves.
- Top with another slice of toasted bread, then cut in half with a serrated knife.
- Variations: Make this into an open-faced sandwich and serve with a bouquet of dressed salad greens. Substitute Roquefort cheese for the ricotta and leave out the tapenade.
TOMATO TEA SANDWICHES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 10m
Yield 6 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Spread 12 slices white and/or pumpernickel bread with mayonnaise. Top half of the bread with sliced tomato and cucumber or avocado. Season with salt and pepper and cover with the remaining bread. Trim off the crusts and slice the sandwiches in half. Pack in an airtight container or wrap in plastic wrap.
TOMATO, CHEESE, BASIL TEA SANDWICHES
This is a dainty tea sandwich that is just delicious. Instructions are so that you will get two rounds out of one piece of bread, but if you can't, use a larger cookie cutter, but you will need more bread to make eight little sandwiches. These little ones are not open-faced but have a cover on them.
Provided by Mimi in Maine
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 8 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut 16 small rounds of bread (to make 8 sandwiches) with a round cookie cutter--should be able to get two out of each piece of bread, otherwise, use a larger cutter and more bread.
- Spread one of the rounds with a little butter and then a little mayonnaise.
- Top each with a slice of tomato, cheese round, and a couple of basil leaves (each should fit the bread round).
- Lightly salt and pepper each one and put a couple of drops of olive oil on top.
- Place other bread round on top.
- Refrigerate till ready for the tea.
RICOTTA, TOMATO AND BASIL TORTE
A delicious light meal with a salad. Great to take on picnics to serve instead of sandwiches or bread. Can be lightly heated and served warm. Recipe from Australian Coeliac Society Magazine Nov/Dec 09 Cooking time does not include chill time in the fridge
Provided by Jubes
Categories Cheese
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F ) Oil side and line with baking paper the base of 20cm springform tin.
- Beat ricotta, feta, eggs and garlic until smooth. Stir in basil.
- Put into prepared tin and smooth top. Arrange tomatoes on top cut-side up.
- Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour or until set and golden.
- Cool completely before putting in fridge for at least1 hour to firm.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. If you can, use homegrown or farmers' market tomatoes.
- If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil. However, fresh basil will give the sandwiches a much better flavor.
- Use a good quality ricotta cheese. Fresh, whole milk ricotta is best.
- If you don't have white bread, you can use another type of bread, such as wheat bread or sourdough bread.
- To make the sandwiches ahead of time, assemble them and then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. Store the sandwiches in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Conclusion:
Ricotta, basil, and tomato tea sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or lunch. They're perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The combination of fresh tomatoes, creamy ricotta cheese, and fragrant basil is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these sandwiches a try.
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