Savory Ricotta Herb Bake

Ingredients

• 3 pcs Eggs (large, at room temperature)
• 1 tsp Salt (plus extra pinch for seasoning ricotta mixture)
• 2/3 cup Milk (whole milk preferred for richness)
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1.5 tbsp Unsalted Butter (melted and cooled slightly)
• 8.8 oz Ricotta Cheese (drained)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp Fresh Dill (finely chopped)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 200°C (392°F) and let it preheat while you prepare the batter.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 200°C

2. Whisk Eggs and Salt

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk the 3 eggs together with 1 tsp salt until light and frothy.

   Time: PT3M

3. Add Milk and Butter

   Gradually pour in the 2/3 cup milk while whisking, then stir in the melted butter until fully incorporated.

   Time: PT2M

4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients

   Sift 1 cup flour over the mixture and fold gently until just combined; avoid over‑mixing.

   Time: PT3M

5. Fold in Ricotta and Herbs

   Add the drained 8.8 oz ricotta, 2 tbsp chopped parsley, 1 tbsp chopped dill, and a pinch of salt. Fold until the cheese is evenly distributed.

   Time: PT5M

6. Transfer to Baking Dish

   Grease the 9‑inch baking dish with a little butter and pour the batter in, smoothing the top with a spatula.

   Time: PT2M

7. First Bake Phase

   Place the dish in the oven and bake at 200°C for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 200°C

8. Increase Temperature

   Without opening the oven, raise the temperature to 250°C (482°F) and continue baking for 10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 250°C

9. Final Bake at Lower Heat

   Reduce the oven temperature to 180°C (356°F) and bake for a final 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: 180°C

10. Rest Before Serving

    Remove the bake from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

316

Protein

12 g

Carbohydrates

28 g

Fat

16 g

Fiber

1 g