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Creamy richness of ricotta cheese and vibrant flavors of pesto with this Savory Ricotta Asparagus Pesto Tart recipe from QuicheForkInTheKitchen. Perfect for any meal of the day.

This Ricotta Asparagus Pesto Tart combines the creamy richness of ricotta cheese with the vibrant flavors of pesto and fresh asparagus, all nestled in a flaky puff pastry crust. It's a perfect dish for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.

Ingredients: 1 sheet of puff pastry. 1 cup ricotta cheese. 1/2 cup pesto sauce. 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and transfer to a tart pan, trimming any excess. Spread ricotta cheese evenly over the pastry. Spread pesto sauce over the ricotta. Arrange trimmed asparagus spears on top of the pesto. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the asparagus is tender. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes