Introducing the delicious pumpkin and ricotta crostata, a delightful pastry that combines the sweet, earthy flavor of pumpkin and the creamy richness of ricotta cheese. This classic Italian dessert is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner looking to impress, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect pumpkin and ricotta crostata. Discover the secrets of making a flaky crust and a luscious filling, along with tips for achieving a golden-brown crust and a perfectly gooey center. With easy-to-follow instructions and helpful hints, you'll be able to master this delectable treat in no time. So, let's embark on this culinary journey and create a pumpkin and ricotta crostata that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
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CREAMY PUMPKIN PIE WITH RICOTTA CHEESE
This recipe for pumpkin pie is made light and creamy with the addition of ricotta cheese. Delightfully different and delicious! Try topping with vanilla greek yogurt, pumpkin seeds, or whipped cream.
Provided by Kirsten
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Press pie crust into a pie plate.
- Beat ricotta cheese into lightly beaten eggs in a large bowl until smooth. Stir pumpkin, brown sugar, evaporated milk, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt into the cheese mixture until smooth; pour into the pie crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 442.5 mg, Sugar 24 g
PUMPKIN-AND-RICOTTA CROSTATA
The velvety combination of pumpkin and ricotta is studded with pine nuts for a scrumptious Thanksgiving crostata.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Yield Makes one 10-inch crostata
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bring pasta frolla to room temperature. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick. Transfer to a lightly buttered 10-inch pie plate. Use your fingertips to press dough against bottom and sides of dish until even. Trim edges; refrigerate scraps in plastic wrap until step 4.
- Prick bottom of pastry shell all over with a fork. Bake until set and pale golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack. With a small knife, trim edgeof shell where uneven to leave a 1/4-inch space between shell and top of dish.
- Raise oven temperature to 375 degrees. Processricotta in a food processor until smooth. Add the mascarpone, pumpkin, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and vanilla; process until well combined, about 30 seconds. Add yolks; process until combined, about10 seconds. Pour into pastry shell.
- Tear reserved chilled dough scraps into 1-inch pieces. On a lightly floured surface, gently roll pieces with your hands to make 1/4-inch-thick ropes. Gentlypress one long rope around top edge of shell (patch two ropes together, if necessary). Gently place other pastry ropes on top of filling to create a lattice pattern (ropes of all lengths can be used). Place 3 pine nuts in each square of lattice. Brush latticework with egg white.
- Bake crostata until crust is golden brown and filling is set, about 40 minutes. Let cool on rack.
BAKED PUMPKIN & RICOTTA PASTA
A delicious pasta dish, which I have adapted from a recipe in the July 2002 issue of the Australian 'Family Circle'.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Cheese
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C, add 2 tablespoons of the oil to a baking dish, add the pumpkin cubes, season with the salt and pepper, add the cumin and toss the pumpkin well until thoroughly coated with the oil, then bake for 30-35 minutes or until the pumpkin is tender.
- Meanwhile cook the pasta according to the packet directions or until al dente, drain, return to the pan, cover and keep warm.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over a medium heat, add the breadcrumbs, garlic, onion and sage and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring or until golden, remove from the heat and stir in the parsley.
- Add the ricotta to the pasta and toss until well combined, add the pumpkin and gently toss.
- Divide between the serving plates and scatter with the breadcrumb mixture and serve with salad greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.1, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 173.3, Carbohydrate 74.8, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.9, Protein 17.4
PUMPKIN-RICOTTA CHEESECAKE
Pumpkin-ricotta cheesecake. A not-so-classic creamy cheesecake infused with pumpkin puree and ricotta cheese over a walnut crust, served with a dollop of pumpkin whipped cream.
Provided by afreid
Time 8h25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine walnuts, sugar, melted butter, flour, cinnamon, and salt for crust in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until well mixed and walnuts are ground. Spread mixture over the bottom of the prepared pan, pressing down to cover the entire bottom and a little bit up the sides. Place in the refrigerator until chilled, about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Beat cream cheese and ricotta cheese in a mixing bowl until well combined. Stir in sugar, melted butter, eggs, cornstarch, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla. Add sour cream and pumpkin puree; stir to combine. Pour over the chilled crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are puffed and surface of cheesecake is firm except for a small spot in the center that will jiggle when the pan is gently shaken, about 1 hour. Turn off the oven and leave cheesecake in for 1 more hour.
- Remove from the oven. Run the tip of a table knife around the edges of the pan, set the pan on a wire rack, and allow the cheesecake to cool at room temperature, about 1 hour. Refrigerate until completely chilled, 4 hours to overnight.
- At the same time, chill a mixing bowl and whisk attachment in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
- Add whipping cream to the chilled bowl and whisk until soft peaks form. Whisk in pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
- Remove cheesecake from the refrigerator. Remove the band from the pan; take a large knife or spatula and carefully run it under the bottom of the cheesecake to loosen it. Transfer cheesecake to a serving platter. Slice and serve with pumpkin whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 596.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 147.5 mg, Fat 47.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 22.7 g, Sodium 224 mg, Sugar 25.2 g
Tips:
- Use a food processor to make the dough quickly and easily.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can use a pastry blender or your hands to mix the dough.
- Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- When rolling out the dough, use a light touch and work quickly to prevent it from getting tough.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little water.
- Bake the crostata until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the crostata cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Serve the crostata with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Conclusion:
The pumpkin and ricotta crostata is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy ricotta filling and sweet pumpkin flavor, this crostata is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this pumpkin and ricotta crostata a try.
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