Host Alex Thomopoulos visits the vibrant town of Eugene, Oregon. She meets local chefs, Stephanie Kimmel and Crystal Platt, and then prepares Cucumber Ricotta Toast on Season 10 of Moveable Feast.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 baguette, sliced
- Garlic clove
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, whole or part-skim
- 2 tsp. grated lemon zest
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper
- 6 Persian cucumbers, shaved thin into ribbons
- 2 Tbs. chopped Italian parsley
- ¼ cup basil leaves, julienned
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
TO PREPARE
STEP ONE. Grill the bread slices. As soon as they come off the heat, rub each slice gently with a clove of garlic.
STEP TWO. In a small bowl, mix the ricotta with lemon zest and salt and pepper to taste.
STEP THREE. In another small bowl, mix the cucumber ribbons, herbs, lemon, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
STEP FOUR. Spoon about 1 to 2 tablespoons of ricotta on each grilled bread slice. Carefully ribbon the seasoned cucumbers on top of each slice of baguette. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil and enjoy.
