Creamy Ricotta Dip Recipes

RICOTTA DIP WITH HERBS & OLIVE OIL

Steps:

• Mince the garlic and finely chop the fresh herbs. If using anchovy and/or preserved lemon rind, press into a paste using a small fork or pestle and mortar.
• Place the ricotta in a mixing bowl and add the rest of the ingredients. Mix and taste to assess flavor. Adjust herbs, olive oil, seasoning to taste, transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with a bit of olive oil before serving.

CREAMY "RICOTTA" DIP

Steps:

• 1. Rinse pine nuts in cold water; then discard both soaking and rinsing water.
• 2. Place pine nuts in a food processor, along with lemon juice and water.
• 3. Process for 1-2 minutes, scraping down side of processor frequently, until smooth.
• 4. Process in scallions, thyme and salt, until texture of ricotta.
• 5. Remove from food processor to a serving dish.
• 6. Serve with your favorite dipping veggies.

BAKED CREAMY SPINACH DIP

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. Place spinach in a colander over a bowl; squeeze dry, reserving 1 cup spinach liquid., In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in milk and reserved spinach liquid. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, ricotta cheese, seasonings and spinach; cook and stir until blended., Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and top is lightly browned. Remove from oven; top with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake 4-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with bagel chips.