Tomino al Forno con Spinaci e Ricotta Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Tomino cheese rounds
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling

Special equipment needed:
- Baking dish

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a pan, sauté the spinach with garlic until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with the Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs.
4. Place the Tomino cheese rounds in a baking dish.
5. Top each cheese round with the sautéed spinach.
6. Spoon the ricotta mixture over the spinach.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the top of each cheese round.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature:
- 375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 294
- Fat: 21g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 19g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tomino cheese can be substituted with any soft cheese, such as Brie or Camembert.
- Fresh spinach can be substituted with frozen spinach, thawed and drained.
- Ricotta cheese can be substituted with cottage cheese.

Variations:
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the spinach mixture for extra flavor.
- Top the cheese rounds with sliced mushrooms before adding the spinach mixture.
- Use different types of cheese for the ricotta mixture, such as feta or goat cheese.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to drain the spinach well to avoid excess moisture in the dish.
- Use a spoon to carefully scoop out the melted cheese onto each serving plate.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a bed of fresh arugula for a pop of color.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil.

Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil.

Pairings:
- Serve with a crusty baguette for dipping in the melted cheese.

Suggested side dishes:
- A simple green salad with a light vinaigrette.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese is not melted enough, place it under the broiler for a few minutes until bubbly.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the dish to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure food safety.

Food history:
- Tomino cheese is a soft cheese from the Piedmont region of Italy.

Flavor profiles:
- Creamy, tangy, and savory.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or a light lunch.

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Region: Italian

Taste: Savory, Creamy, Cheesy, Nutty, Earthy