Homemade Ricotta Cheese (4 ingredients)
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Homemade Ricotta Cheese (4 ingredients)
Description
Homemade Ricotta Cheese (4 ingredients) combines whole milk and heavy whipping cream with a pinch of salt, heated until boiling. Adding white vinegar or lemon juice curdles the mixture, separating curds and whey. Letting it rest allows the curds to develop, and straining through damp cheesecloth drains excess liquid, resulting in a soft, creamy cheese with a mild flavor and smooth texture.
The simplicity of the ingredients and process yields fresh ricotta suitable for use in pasta dishes, desserts, or spreads. Unlike store-bought ricotta, this version is free of additives and can be customized in texture by adjusting draining time.
Storing homemade ricotta in an airtight container in the refrigerator preserves freshness for up to five days, making it convenient to prepare ahead of use in various recipes.
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk whole
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat milk, cream, and salt over medium heat while stirring. Cook just until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Remove from the heat, add the vinegar, and stir to combine.
- Let the mixture rest undisturbed for 30 minutes to allow curds to form.
- Line a fine mesh strainer or colander with 2 layers of damp cheesecloth. Gently spoon the ricotta curds into the strainer.
- Allow to drain for 30-45 minutes.
Notes
- Store homemade ricotta in an airtight container and refrigerate; it keeps fresh for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 254 | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 262mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 344mg | 7% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 833IU | 17% |
| Calcium | 295mg | 30% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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