Charred Chili Honey Broccoli, Ricotta Crostini

Ingredients: Makes 12 servings of 2 Crostini's

Appetizers

12-inch French baguette, sliced into 24 1/2-inch slices
2 tablespoons canola oil
1.5 pounds broccoli florets
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
3/4 cups part skim ricotta cheese

Directions:

Brush each slice of baguette with canola oil. Lay flat on a sheet tray and bake in a 350°F degree oven just until crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Cut broccoli florets small (1/2" or less). Toss broccoli with oil, salt and pepper. Place on a sheet tray and roast in a 400°F degree oven until charred and tender, about 5-8 minutes.
Combine honey and chili flakes in a bowl. Toss hot broccoli with honey chili mixture. Hold hot until ready to assemble crostini.
Spread each crostini with 1/2 TBSP of ricotta. Top with 2 TBSP of chili honey broccoli florets.

Serving Size:
2 Crostini's per serving

Nutritional Information
150 calories, 6 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 225 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrates, 6 g sugar, 2 g fiber, 5 g protein

Recipe Source:
Recipe provided by FLIK Hospitality Group

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