Swiss Chard and Ricotta Dip

(from dennis.reb’s recipe box)

Categories: Dip

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch Swiss Chard
  • 2 cloves of Garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 14 ounce can diced Tomatoes (drained)
  • 2 cups Ricotta
  • 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, grated
  • GARLIC OIL
  • 5 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

  2. Place the Olive Oil, Garlic and Chili Flakes into an oven-proof sauté pan and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Add the Swiss Chard and a pinch of Salt and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat until wilted.

  4. Remove to a colander and drain off excess liquid.

  5. In a large bowl, stir together the Ricotta, Parmesan and fold in the Tomatoes and Swiss Chard mixture and season with Salt and Pepper.

  6. Transfer to a baking dish or cast iron skillet and bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden on top.

  7. Meanwhile, preheat grill to medium-high heat. Roll out Pizza Dough into a 9 to 10 inch circle. Brush with Garlic Oil.

  8. Place crust onto grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side.

  9. Remove and cut into small pieces for dipping.

  10. Serve warm with Swiss Chard Ricotta Dip.

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