Best 2 Baked Ricotta With Lemon Garlic Chives Recipes

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Baked ricotta is a delicious dish perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture and savory flavor, baked ricotta makes a great appetizer, side dish, or main course. This versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your preferences, and with just a few simple ingredients, you can create a truly memorable dish.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED RICOTTA WITH LEMON, GARLIC, & CHIVES



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This Greek inspired dip that can be mixed the day before and then just popped into the oven and served with nutty crackers, pita chips, crackers or toasted baguette. Posting credits to Recipes from the kitchn.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Spreads

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese (about 2 cups)
1 large lemon, zested and juiced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 ounce fresh chives, minced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375°F Lightly grease a 1/2- to 1-quart gratin dish or baking pan.
  • Mix the ricotta, lemon juice and zest, garlic, chives, and salt, and a generous quantity of fresh black pepper. Spread in the baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. (At this point you can cover and refrigerate the ricotta overnight, if desired.)
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until hot. Drizzle again with olive oil. Serve immediately with crackers for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.6, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 36.1, Sodium 254, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.6, Protein 8.4

BAKED RICOTTA WITH LEMON AND HERBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh ricotta cheese
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
Kosher salt
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt
Grilled or toasted crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Whisk the ricotta, lemon zest, thyme, rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and the red pepper flakes in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
  • Transfer to a 2-cup ramekin and sprinkle with the parmesan. Bake until golden and bubbling, about 15 minutes. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Serve with bread.

Tips:

  • Use whole-milk ricotta for a richer, creamier texture.
  • If you don't have a baking dish, you can use a skillet instead.
  • Be careful not to overcook the ricotta, as it can become dry and crumbly.
  • Serve the ricotta immediately, or it will start to lose its creamy texture.
  • Top the ricotta with your favorite toppings, such as fresh herbs, grated cheese, or a drizzle of olive oil.

Conclusion:

Baked ricotta with lemon, garlic, and chives is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover ricotta cheese. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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