For 10 points, name this Roman goddess of the hearth and namesake of some virgins.
Women brought offerings bare-footed on the first day of this deity's festival, which occurred between June 7th and 15th. The word "immolate" derives from the practice of placing mola salsa on the victims of sacrifices dedicated to this deity. Plutarch credits Numa Pompilius with appointing two clergy to service the temple to this deity he constructed. Offerings to this deity were traditionally left on a low altar in the (*) atrium of a home. This deity was depicted accompanied by the ass which brayed loudly when Priapus attempted to rape her in her sleep. This goddess's temple on the Palatine Hill contained a sacred fire which was constantly guarded by female priestesses. For 10 points, name this Roman goddess of the hearth and namesake of some virgins.
Women brought offerings bare-footed on the first day of this deity's festival, which occurred between June 7th and 15th.
Vesta [do not accept or prompt on "Hestia"]