Cherry and Lemon-Ricotta Gratin |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This rustic dessert is served in a skillet for a homey presentation. Use cherry or raspberry liqueur if crème de cassis is not available. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind |
1 (15-ounce) carton part-skim ricotta cheese |
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice |
1 tablespoon crème de cassis (black currant–flavored liqueur) |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
6 tablespoons sugar, divided |
1 1/2 pounds sweet cherries, pitted |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
2 large egg whites |
3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted |
Directions:
1. Combine rind and ricotta in a medium bowl; set aside.
2. Combine juice, liqueur, and pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons sugar evenly in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat; cook 2 minutes or until sugar starts to melt. Add cherries to pan; cook 2 minutes without stirring. Pour cassis mixture over cherries; cook 2 minutes or until mixture thickens.
3. Preheat broiler.
4. Combine remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, salt, and egg whites in the top of a double boiler; place over simmering water. Cook 2 minutes or until a thermometer registers 140°, stirring constantly with a whisk. Remove from heat; beat with a mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold one-fourth of egg white mixture into ricotta mixture until blended; fold in remaining egg white mixture. Spoon ricotta mixture evenly over cherries using 1/4-cup measure. Broil 3 minutes or until topping is browned. Top evenly with almonds.
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