Sweetened Ricotta with Berries |
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Prep Time: 40 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 7 |
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Ricotta is a lovely fast cheese that can be made from whole milk, skim milk or whey. This creamy dessert is luscious topped with raspberries or strawberries. Ingredients:
homemade ricotta: |
8 cups whole milk |
1 cup heavy whipping cream |
1/2 cup lemon juice |
dessert: |
1 cup fresh blackberries |
1 cup fresh raspberries |
1 teaspoon sugar |
3 tablespoons honey |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream |
Directions:
1. In a Dutch oven, heat milk and cream to 180° over low heat, stirring constantly. Stir in lemon juice. Remove from the heat and let stand for 15 minutes (milk and whey will separate).
2. Line a large strainer with four layers of cheesecloth and place over a large bowl. Pour milk mixture into prepared strainer; strain for 1 hour or until most of the liquid is strained. Discard liquid. Wrap ricotta with edges of cheesecloth. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Squeeze out any liquid; remove cheesecloth and discard liquid from bowl.
3. In a small bowl, combine berries and sugar; set aside. Place ricotta in a food processor. Add honey and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add cream in a steady stream; process until creamy. Serve with berries. Yield: 7 servings.
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