HOMEMADE RICOTTA
It's true! You can make your own Ricotta. You won't believe how easy it is! Use it in your favorite lasagna recipe, stuff it into cannoli or simply spread it on toast with fresh fruit.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield about 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line a large strainer with two layers of cheesecloth, dampened with water; place over a large bowl. In a Dutch oven, bring milk, cream and salt just to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. Remove from heat. Stir in vinegar; let stand until curds form, about 5 minutes., Pour into prepared strainer. Let stand until ricotta thickens to desired consistency, 30-60 minutes. Discard liquid. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.
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