Bruschetta with Fresh Ricotta and Spinach

(LouLouSucre)

A quick spinach dip with extraordinary savory, cheesy flavor.

Cook Time:30 min

Prep Time:10 min

Total Time:45 min

Servings: 10

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 tablespoons yellow onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 10 ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

3/4 cup ricotta cheese

1/3 cup grated mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

1 loaf of french bread, sliced drizzled with olive oil and rubbed with a garlic clove for extra flavor

Preparation:

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat and add the onion. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes.

Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute.

Add the spinach and toss it for 1 or 2 minutes to coat it with the butter.

Transfer the spinach mixture to a bowl and let it cool to room temperature.

Add the ricotta, Parmigiano, mozzarella, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well.Serve on the french bread.