Garlicky Ricotta Toast with Chili Honey

Ingredients

• 3 thick-cut bread slices
• 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest(optional)
• 6 fresh basil leaves(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Toast bread until deeply golden.

2. 2

   Warm olive oil and garlic in a small pan for 1 minute; brush over toast.

3. 3

   Whip ricotta with lemon zest and a pinch of salt until smooth.

4. 4

   Warm honey with red pepper flakes for 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Spread ricotta on toast, drizzle with chili honey, and top with basil.