Purple Asparagus Tart

1: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

2: Roll out the pie dough to a rough rectangular shape. Transfer to your baking pan lined with a silicone mat, parchment paper, or aluminum foil.

3: Whisk together the ricotta, lemon juice, lemon zest, fresh herbs, garlic, chili flakes (if using), and salt and pepper to taste.

4: Prick the pie dough with a fork where you will be placing your filling, leaving a couple of inches unpricked on the perimeter to fold over the filling.

5: Spread the ricotta mixture evenly on the pie dough.

6: Arrange the asparagus closely on the filling as desired.

7: Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

8: Fold up the sides of the pie dough over the asparagus, pinching the corners, and brush the dough with milk or egg wash.

9: Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.

10: Serve warm.