Savoury Whipped Ricotta with basil and chives |
Yield: 2-3 cups
Sweet or savoury? Whipped ricotta is delicious served with vegetables or fruit.
SAVOURY WHIPPED RICOTTA
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups ricotta
2 tablespoons fresh herbs i.e. thyme, chives
1 lemon
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
METHOD:
- Blend ricotta, herbs, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle with oil and extra herbs.
- Serve with crunchy vegetable pieces.
SWEET WHIPPED RICOTTA
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups ricotta
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
METHOD:
- Blend ricotta with sugar, honey and vanilla until smooth.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Serve with fresh fruit i.e. berries.