A burst of Italian flavor awaits in this delightful dish that combines the velvety smoothness of fresh ricotta cream with the rustic crunch of charred ciabatta and the vibrant freshness of parsley. This recipe will guide you through the steps of creating an unforgettable culinary experience, transforming simple ingredients into a symphony of textures and tastes.
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FRESH RICOTTA
Why make homemade ricotta? Because you can. And because the results are so much better than most of the packaged stuff you can buy, especially at the supermarket. Making it yourself is also less expensive than buying fresh ricotta at a fancy gourmet market.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories brunch, dinner, easy, lunch, quick, condiments, dips and spreads, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield About 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a colander with a quadruple layer of cheesecloth and set it over a bowl.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, whisk together all ingredients until smooth. Bring to a simmer and heat until the mixture just begins to curdle. Pour mixture into colander. (For a drier ricotta with bigger curds, continue to simmer 1 to 2 minutes longer until mixture completely separates.)
- Stop draining when mixture begins to look like ricotta, 5 to 15 minutes, depending on how dry you like it. Transfer to an airtight container and store for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 174, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 239 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
FRESH BERRIES WITH RICOTTA CREAM
Provided by Jesus Gonzalez
Categories Blender Food Processor Berry Cheese Dairy Fruit Herb Dessert No-Cook Spring Summer Healthy Self Fat Free Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Purée strawberries with apple juice in a blender until smooth. Spoon equal amounts of berry sauce into 4 cocktail or parfait glasses. Combine ricotta cream ingredients in a blender or food processor. Process until mixture is smooth, about 30 seconds. Spoon 1/4 of the ricotta cream into each glass and top with 1/4 cup strawberry slices. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish each with a mint sprig and an edible flower, if desired, before serving.
RICOTTA CREAM
Use this in our Floating Islands with Ricotta Cream and Poached Apricots.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 1 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Whisk all the ingredients with a mixer on medium-high speed until thick, about 3 minutes. Press through a fine sieve into a bowl. Repeat, pressing 2 more times.
FRESH RICOTTA
Fresh ricotta is best the day it's made but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to four days. Martha made this recipe on Cooking School episode 412.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Italian Recipes
Time 45m
Yield Makes 2 3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine milk, cream, and salt in a 4- to 5-quart pot, and warm mixture over medium-high heat, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon to prevent scorching, until mixture registers 195 degrees on a candy thermometer. It should take about 15 minutes.
- Add lemon juice, gently stirring until just combined. Remove pot from heat and let stand 5 minutes. The combination of the acid and the residual heat in the mixture will cause it to coagulate, or curdle -- separating into a soft mass (curds) and a cloudy liquid (whey).
- After lining a mesh colander with a triple layer of cheesecloth and placing it inside a deeper, slightly larger bowl, gently pour curds and whey into colander. Let mixture stand, pouring off whey occasionally, until most of whey has drained from still-wet curds, 20 minutes.
- Gather up ricotta in cheesecloth and turn it out into a bowl. Serve within a few hours, or refrigerate up to 4 days. For a denser ricotta, which can be preferable for baking, hang it to drain for another hour. Repurpose whey or discard it.
CREAMY RICOTTA CHEESE (HOMEMADE)
I just found this in Food & Wine magazine, and HAD to try it. WOW! It's so much better than even the freshest ricotta you can get out there...and SO easy to make- try it!
Provided by getoutofmygalley
Categories Cheese
Time 3h
Yield 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the milk and cream in a pot over medium high heat. Using an instant-read thermometer, warm the milk until it reaches 185 degrees (the surface will become foamy).
- DO NOT LET THE MILK BOIL.
- Remove the pot from the heat and add the vinegar. Stir gently for 30 seconds (the mixture will curdle almost immediately).
- Add salt and stir another 30 seconds. Cover the pot with a towel and let stand at room temp for about 2 hours.
- Line a large colander with a few layers of cheesecloth (allow for some overhang). Set the colander over a large bowl or over the sink.
- Transfer the curds to the colander with a slotted spoon.
- Gather up the corners of the cheesecloth and secure with twine or a rubber band.
- Let the ricotta stand for about 30 minutes, occasionally gently pressing and squeezing the whey out of the cheesecloth.
- Transfer the ricotta to a bowl or use immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.5, Fat 43.3, SaturatedFat 26.1, Cholesterol 148.9, Sodium 515.5, Carbohydrate 28.8, Sugar 28.3, Protein 19
BAKED RICOTTA WITH ITALIAN PARSLEY SALAD
Ricotta needs to drain for several hours (overnight is best). The salad can be served immediately but tastes better when it has rested an hour or so. Add crusty bread and white wine for a delicious lunch.
Provided by Julie Bs Hive
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put ricotta in a large sieve or colander lined with a double thickness of cheesecloth. Cover the ricotta with the cheesecloth, set the sieve or colander over a bowl to catch the draining whey, and set a plate with a weight on top of the ricotta to speed draining. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
- RICOTTA PIE:
- Preheat the oven to 375°. Butter a 10-in pie pan. In a large bowl, stir together the ricotta and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in the eggs, beating well. Transfer the mixture to a prepared pan spreading it evenly. Bake in the upper third of the oven until puffed and lightly brown-55 minutes. Let cool, then unmold onto a cutting board.
- PARSLEY SALAD:.
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Toss well. Taste and season according to personal preference. Serve immediately or let stand for up to 1 hour, tossing occasionally.
- Cut the ricotta into 8 wedges and place on individual plates. Accompany each serving with some of the parsley salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.5, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 109.5, Sodium 190.5, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 16.5
Tips:
- To make the freshest ricotta cream, use whole milk and heavy cream that have been chilled overnight. This will help the milk and cream separate more easily, resulting in a thicker, creamier ricotta.
- When charring the ciabatta, be sure to use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet or grill pan. This will help to create a nice, even char on the bread.
- If you don't have a kitchen torch, you can char the ciabatta under the broiler. Just be sure to watch it closely so that it doesn't burn.
- For a more herbaceous flavor, use a combination of parsley, basil, and thyme.
- Serve the ricotta cream immediately, while it is still warm and creamy. It can also be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This recipe for fresh ricotta cream with charred ciabatta and parsley is a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The creamy ricotta is perfectly complemented by the charred ciabatta and herbaceous parsley. It's a dish that is sure to impress your guests.
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