STRAWBERRY, RICOTTA, BALSAMIC BITES

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 pkg. (4 oz.) goat cheese
• 3 teaspoons grated lemon rind, divided
• 4 BAYS^® English Muffins, any variety, split
• 8 medium strawberries, trimmed, sliced
• 2-1/2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

• Mix ricotta cheese, goat cheese and 2 teaspoons of the lemon rind.
  
  
• Toast English muffins.
  
  
• Spread about 2 tablespoons ricotta mixture on each muffin half. Top evenly with strawberries; drizzle with glaze. Sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon lemon rind, salt and pepper.
  
  
• Tip: One large lemon will give approximately 3 teaspoons of grated rind.
  
  
• Tip: Can substitute whipped cream cheese for goat cheese.
  
  
• Serving Suggestion: Sprinkle with chopped fresh mint leaves.