Whipped Ricotta With Honey And Summer Fruit Recipes

WHIPPED RICOTTA WITH HONEY AND MIXED BERRIES

Steps:

• Blend ricotta, cream cheese, 2 tablespoons sugar, honey, and vanilla in processor until smooth. Transfer to bowl. Cover bowl and refrigerate until ricotta mixture is slightly set, about 2 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated. Stir before using.)
• Combine berries, lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in large bowl; toss to coat. Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature.
• Divide ricotta mixture among 6 wineglasses. Top with berries and serve.

WHIPPED RICOTTA WITH HONEY & SUMMER FRUIT

Steps:

• Step 1 -- Combine the ricotta, heavy cream, and vanilla extract in a large bowl and whip using a whisk until light and fluffy, about 1 minutes (or place in a bowl and whip using a hand-held mixer until light and fluffy.) Step 2 -- Spread the ricotta on a platter, top with the fruit, drizzle with some honey, and season with a sprinkling of freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs. Serves 4. Per serving: 280 calories, 23g carbs, 12g protein, 60mg cholesterol, and 15g fat. NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS/CONSULTING BY JEANINE SHERRY, M.S., R.D.

WHIPPED RICOTTA WITH HONEY AND SUMMER FRUIT

Steps:

• Beat ricotta cheese, cream, and vanilla extract together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
• Spread ricotta mixture onto a platter; top with figs, strawberries, and plum slices. Drizzle honey over the fruit and sprinkle black pepper over the top. Garnish with mint sprigs.