Ingredients:

• 8 slices stale sourdough or ciabatta bread
• 250g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 100ml white wine vinegar
• 2 Tbsp caster sugar
• 200g ricotta or soft goat cheese
• 1 Tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
• A few fresh basil or mint leaves, finely sliced
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

Method:

1. Combine the white wine vinegar and caster sugar in a bowl. Stir until the sugar has fully dissolved. Add the sliced strawberries and let sit for 30 minutes to pickle.
2. Meanwhile, whip the ricotta or goat cheese with 1 tbsp honey until light and creamy. Set aside.
3. Toast the bread slices in a pan, grill, or toaster until golden and crisp.
4. Once the strawberries are pickled, remove them from the liquid and let drain briefly.
5. Spread a generous layer of whipped cheese onto each toasted bread slice.

Enjoy