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Ricotta flans

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe for ricotta flans, simple and delicious, perfect for an appetizer or a light second course.

Ingredients

  • 250 g of fresh ricotta
  • 2 eggs
  • 50 g of grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Nutmeg to taste
  • Butter and breadcrumbs for the molds
  • Finely chopped aromatic herbs to taste (e.g., thyme, marjoram, basil) (optional)

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
  2. Butter and sprinkle breadcrumbs into the molds you intend to use for the flans.
  3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta with the eggs until you have a homogeneous mixture.
  4. Add the Parmesan, a pinch of salt, pepper, and grated nutmeg to taste. If you like, you can also add finely chopped aromatic herbs for an extra touch of flavor.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared molds, not filling them to the brim to allow the flans to puff up during cooking.
  6. Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the flans are well browned and puffy.
  7. Let them cool slightly before unmolding the flans from their molds.

You can serve the ricotta flans accompanied by a light tomato sauce or a fresh salad.

Curiosity

Ricotta flans lend themselves to numerous variations. For example, you can enrich them with pieces of cooked vegetables, such as spinach or pumpkin, or add chopped speck or cooked ham for a more substantial version. Also, experiment with different types of cheese to discover new nuances of flavor.