Roast Strawberries: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the strawberries in a medium baking dish. Drizzle with honey, squeeze lemon juice over them, and add the thyme. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the strawberries soften and release their juices. Let them cool slightly before using.
1 pound fresh strawberries, 2 tablespoons honey, Juice of ½ lemon, 4 sprigs fresh thyme
Toast Bread: Drizzle olive oil over the bread slices. Toast in the oven at 400°F for 3-5 minutes until golden and crisp, or toast in a skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes per side.
2 slices rustic bread, 1 tablespoon olive oil
Whip Ricotta: In a food processor, blend the ricotta for about 30 seconds to a minute until light and fluffy.
¾ cup whole milk ricotta cheese
Assemble Bruschetta: Spread the whipped ricotta on the toasted bread, then spoon the roasted strawberries on top. Sprinkle with sea salt and extra thyme for garnish.
Pinch of sea salt
Serve: Enjoy immediately while the toast is warm and the strawberries are soft and juicy. For extra flavor, drizzle with additional honey or a splash of balsamic glaze.