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Ricotta cheese is an Italian cheese made from the whey which results when making cheeses such as mozzarella or provolone. The name "ricotta" means "cooked again" in Italian, referring to the second processing of the liquid to produce the cheese. Ricotta is similar in texture to cottage cheese though considerably lighter and is a key ingredient in cheesecake, lasagna and many cannolis. It is often served mixed with sugar, cinnamon and occasionally chocolate shavings as a dessert in Italian households.
Other whey cheeses include Gjetost cheese.
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Example Usage of Ricotta |
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goodfairyofny: But the ultimate winner is my husband with the hair dryer and the normal Ricotta in the plastic bucket from walmart! |
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goodfairyofny: Canoli test results: Ricotta salata has perfect texture but way too salty. Mascarpone is pretty great, this is what they're using at Carinos |
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slummymummy1: @bad_housewife I once made ex a veggie lasagne. Sauteed vegetables, a gorgeous red wine ragu, and Ricotta. He said.... |
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