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

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