Strawberry Balsamic Crostini with Whipped Ricotta

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

fresh strawberries, hulled and diced

1 tbsp

good quality balsamic vinegar

1 tsp

honey

1/4 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1 cup

part skim or whole milk ricotta

2 tbsp

2% milk or cream

1/2 tsp

lemon zest

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

baguette, sliced and toasted until golden brown

1 tbsp

thinly sliced fresh basil leaves