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Ricotta Cheese Recipe

Homemade ricotta cheese is simple to make and tastes much better than store-bought.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 cups Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 3 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, combine milk, cream, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the mixture reaches 190°F (88°C).
  2. 2. Remove from heat and add lemon juice. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. 3. Line a strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl. Pour the mixture into the strainer and let it drain for 20-30 minutes.
  4. 4. Transfer the ricotta to a bowl and use immediately or refrigerate.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 300mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 0.2mg

Keywords

Cheese, Homemade
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