Mixed Grapefruit With Ricotta And Cardamom Honey Food

BLISTERED GRAPES WITH HONEY AND RICOTTA

Steps:

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom into the skillet and toast for a few seconds. Add the oil, grapes and salt to the skillet and cook, tossing every few seconds, until the grapes start to blister on all sides, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Divide the ricotta among four bowls. Top each bowl with grapes, a drizzle of honey, almonds and chia seeds.

RICOTTA CAKE WITH HONEY AND CARDAMOM ROASTED VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 190°C.
• Mix the cardamom, honey, olive oil and seasoning if desired in a large bowl.
• Add the peppers, aubergine and courgette and mix to coat in the dressing.
• Spread the vegetables on a roasting tray in a single layer and bake for 1 hour.
• To make the cake mix the garlic, ricotta and pecorino cheeses reserving a handful of the pecorino. Season with the nutmeg and salt and pepper.
• Turn the cheese mixture into a greased 23cm round springform tin. Smooth the top and sprinkle with the remaining pecorino.
• Bake for 30 mins until firm and golden brown.
• Remove from the tin onto a serving plate and top with the vegetables. Serve immediately.

BROILED GRAPEFRUIT WITH HONEY, VANILLA & CARDAMOM

Steps:

• Position an oven rack about 4 inches below the broiler and heat the broiler on high.
• With a serrated knife, cut the grapefruit in even halves.
• Using a small paring knife or a grapefruit knife, cut each section away from the surrounding membrane.
• Set the grapefruit halves in a shallow broiler-safe pan (such as an enameled baking dish or a heavy-duty rimmed baking sheet).
• If necessary, trim a thin slice off their bottoms so they sit level.
• In small bowl, stir together the honey and the vanilla extract.
• Drizzle the honey mixture over the grapefruit halves.
• Dust each with a bit of cardamom.
• Broil until bubbling and lightly browned in spots, 4-6 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
• Serve warm or at room temperature.