Description
Whipped ricotta with herbs is a delightful and creamy spread that combines smooth ricotta cheese with heavy cream and fresh herbs, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- Ricotta cheese: 2 cups (about 500 grams)
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (about 120 milliliters)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons (plus extra for drizzling)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Fresh herbs: 1/4 cup, finely chopped (basil, parsley, or chives)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients.
- Let the ricotta cheese sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Rinse and finely chop the fresh herbs.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the room temperature ricotta cheese and heavy cream, then blend until smooth and creamy, drizzling in the olive oil while blending.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish, drizzle with extra olive oil, and sprinkle with additional herbs before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- Let the whipped ricotta sit at room temperature before serving for a smoother texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: whipped ricotta, herbs, creamy spread, appetizer, Italian cuisine