RICOTTA CHEESE SPREAD WITH LEMON AND HERBS
Fresh and fast, this delightful recipe came to me some years back from a cookbook entitled, well, "Fresh and Fast". Because you are working with fresh herbs, feel free to experiment with whatever you are able to get the freshest. This spread has a nice, light feel and taste, and beats dip-in-a-can any day of the week.
Provided by windy_moon
Categories Spreads
Time 4h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Empty the container of ricotta into a strainer and place over a bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. (You can cut down the drain time several ways - 1) don't bother to drain at all, you'll just have a lot more moisture in your final product 2) drain at room temperature for 1 hour or 3) just drain for as long as you have patience and then, proceed!).
- Combine drained ricotta, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of the lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon of the thyme leaves, salt and pepper.
- Stir until blended.
- Mound onto the center of a shallow bowl or serving plate and drizzle with oil.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest and 1/2 teasonpoon of thyme over the top. Garnish with strips of basil.
- Serve with crackers, bread, or raw vegetables.
- *I used the 4 hour drain time as the cooking time for this recipe*.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.5, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 27.1, Sodium 64.2, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 6
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Martin Souders
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for ricotta cheese spread. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the combination of lemon and herbs. It's the perfect balance of flavors.
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[email protected]I made this ricotta cheese spread for a brunch party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the zesty flavor.
RK Entertainment Center
[email protected]This ricotta cheese spread is the perfect summer appetizer. It's light and refreshing, and the lemon and herbs give it a nice bright flavor.
Avocado Buddy
[email protected]I love this ricotta cheese spread because it's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times for parties and potlucks, and it's always a hit!
Lisa Ross
[email protected]This ricotta cheese spread is a delicious and versatile recipe. I've used it as a dip for vegetables, a spread for sandwiches, and even as a topping for pizza. It's always a hit!
Aisha Ingabire
[email protected]This ricotta cheese spread is a great way to use up leftover ricotta cheese. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables. I like to serve it with carrot sticks, celery sticks, and cucumber slices.
debaka ghimire
[email protected]This ricotta cheese spread is the perfect party appetizer. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with crostini or crackers.
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[email protected]I'm not a big fan of ricotta cheese, but this spread was actually really good! The lemon and herbs helped to brighten up the flavor of the ricotta cheese. I would definitely make this again.
Ladla Babu
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for ricotta cheese spread. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the combination of lemon and herbs. It's the perfect balance of flavors.
Maan Maan
[email protected]I made this ricotta cheese spread for a brunch party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the zesty flavor.
GSM
[email protected]This ricotta cheese spread is the perfect summer appetizer. It's light and refreshing, and the lemon and herbs give it a nice bright flavor.
Savannah Cecala
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it several times for parties and potlucks, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Rj IMRAN Najir Gemig
[email protected]This ricotta cheese spread is so versatile! I've used it as a dip for vegetables, a spread for sandwiches, and even as a topping for pasta. It's always a hit!
Itz Omoh babie
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of ricotta cheese, but this spread was actually really good! The lemon and herbs helped to balance out the flavor of the ricotta cheese. I would definitely make this again.
mdrowshonalom Sardar
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy snack or appetizer. The ricotta cheese spread is light and fluffy, and the lemon and herbs add a nice pop of flavor.
Areej Fatima
[email protected]This spread was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I think that's because I used too much lemon juice. Next time I'll use less lemon juice and see how it turns out.
Anjanak dissanayake
[email protected]I was looking for a new recipe for ricotta cheese spread and this one did not disappoint! The lemon and herbs added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Mdrakib
[email protected]This is the best ricotta cheese spread I've ever had! It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I love that it's not too heavy, so it's perfect for a light snack or appetizer.
joe hamilton
[email protected]I made this spread for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the bright and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Nikka Nawab
[email protected]This ricotta cheese spread was a delightful treat! The combination of lemon, herbs, and ricotta cheese created a light and flavorful spread that was perfect for crostini or crackers. I also enjoyed it as a dip for vegetables.