Fresh Homemade Ricotta

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Fresh Homemade Ricotta
45 min.
8
244kcal

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Imagine a warm, rustic kitchen filled with the comforting scent of freshly made cheese. With just four simple ingredients, you can create an incredible homemade ricotta that will elevate any dish. This Fresh Homemade Ricotta recipe is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it's also easy to make, perfect for casual gatherings or elegant dinner parties alike.

In just 45 minutes, you can transform ordinary whole milk and cream into a creamy, luscious cheese that sings of freshness. The tactile process of watching milk curdle and then draining it to reveal that delicate ricotta is incredibly satisfying. Plus, making your own ricotta allows you to control the flavors—you can even experiment with mixing in herbs or spices to tailor it to your palate!

This delightful cheese can be used in an array of dishes. Think dollops of ricotta topping a vibrant beet salad, a smooth spread for your next charcuterie board, or simply enjoyed with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of sea salt. With only 244 calories per serving, it’s a light yet indulgent treat that can be enjoyed as side dish. So why not unleash your inner cheese maker and impress your family and friends with this fresh, homemade delight?

Ingredients

  • cup heavy cream 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • quarts milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • sieve
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Line a large sieve with a layer of heavy-duty (fine-mesh) cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl.
  2. Slowly bring milk, cream, and salt to a rolling boil in a 6-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
  3. Add lemon juice, then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring constantly, until the mixture curdles, about 2 minutes.
  4. Pour the mixture into the lined sieve and let it drain 1 hour. After discarding the liquid, chill the ricotta, covered; it will keep in the refrigerator 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories244kcal
Protein13.88%
Fat66.35%
Carbs19.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.75
Glycemic Load
4.2
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.0817391143545%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Hesperetin
0.81mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.34kcal
12.22%
Fat:18.32g
28.19%
Saturated Fat:11.25g
70.28%
Carbohydrates:12.28g
4.09%
Net Carbohydrates:12.26g
4.46%
Sugar:12.39g
13.77%
Cholesterol:62.01mg
20.67%
Sodium:243.33mg
10.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.62g
17.25%
Calcium:311.07mg
31.11%
Phosphorus:256.66mg
25.67%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.55%
Vitamin B12:1.33µg
22.09%
Vitamin D:3.08µg
20.52%
Vitamin A:820.94IU
16.42%
Potassium:388.97mg
11.11%
Vitamin B5:0.97mg
9.66%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.32%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.87%
Selenium:5.39µg
7.71%
Magnesium:30.81mg
7.7%
Zinc:1.04mg
6.96%
Vitamin C:2.36mg
2.86%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.67%
Vitamin K:1.66µg
1.58%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.36%
Source:Epicurious