Best 2 Herbed Ricotta Cheese Spread Recipes

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Herbed ricotta cheese spread is a mouthwatering culinary creation that delights the palate with its creamy texture and vibrant herbal aroma. Made from ricotta cheese, this delectable spread is infused with an array of fresh herbs, each adding its unique flavor and essence, resulting in a versatile delicacy that can elevate any occasion. Whether it is a casual brunch, an intimate dinner party, or simply an afternoon snack, herbed ricotta cheese spread is guaranteed to impress and tantalize taste buds.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HERBED RICOTTA CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces skim milk ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon garlic, roasted
2 teaspoons fresh basil, thyme, and oregano
2 teaspoons Parmesan cheese, grated
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix with a rubber spatula until blended.
  • Process until the mixture is rough-textured, not completely smooth

HERBED RICOTTA CHEESE SPREAD



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Use as a spread and sandwiches, crackers, breadsticks or bagels. From Kathleen Daelemans of the Food Network.

Provided by Good Vibe Goddess

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces skim milk ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon roasted garlic, minced
2 tablespoons herbs, roughly chopped (such as basil, thyme, oregano or chives)
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated
coarse salt
cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Place ricotta, garlic, herbs and parmesan cheese in a small bowl and fold together until blended.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.9, Fat 26, SaturatedFat 16.2, Cholesterol 100.3, Sodium 483.5, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1, Protein 37.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh ricotta cheese for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs instead. Use about 1/3 of the amount of dried herbs that you would use fresh.
  • Add a little bit of lemon zest or juice to the ricotta cheese spread for extra flavor.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the ricotta cheese spread, such as chopped nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted red peppers.
  • Serve the ricotta cheese spread with crackers, bread, vegetables, or fruit.

Conclusion:

Herbed ricotta cheese spread is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. The next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this recipe a try.

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