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Phyllo cups with herb ricotta, caramelized onion, and fig jam

  • Author: carmeninthegarden

Ingredients

For the herby zesty ricotta:

·      1 ½  cup ricotta cheese

·      ¼ cup fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley, and chives), finely chopped

·      Zest of 1 lemon

·      Salt and pepper to taste

For the caramelized onion:

·      2 large onions, thinly sliced

·      2 tablespoons olive oil

·      2 tablespoons butter

·      Salt and pepper to taste

For assembling:

·      Phyllo pastry cups

·      Herbs for garnish

·      Fig jam

·      Sea salt for garnish


Instructions

1.     Prepare the herby zesty ricotta: In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, chopped fresh herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until needed.

2.     Make the caramelized onion: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 30-40 minutes or until the onions are soft, caramelized, and golden brown. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside to cool.

3.     Assemble the phyllo cup canapé: Fill each phyllo cup with a spoonful of the herby zesty ricotta. Top the ricotta with a small spoonful of caramelized onions. Finish by adding a dollop of fig jam on top. Garnish with fresh herbs and sea salt if desired.