Whipped Ricotta | How I Make Pasta Filling

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: mascarpone

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories, while mascarpone offers a similar creamy texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Spinach adds freshness, while dried basil is more economical.

lemon zest

🥗Healthier: lime zest

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lime zest provides a similar brightness, while lemon juice can be a cost-effective alternative.

Hang the ricotta to remove excess moisture.

Place the strained ricotta in a food processor.

Add a pinch of salt to the ricotta.

Add a tiny bit of cracked pepper.

Add some nutmeg to the mixture.

Add grated parmesan to the food processor.

Put the lid on the food processor and blend for about 60 seconds.

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