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Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Making ricotta cheese at home is really simple and since we’ve got a supply of fresh milk; I decided to make some and flavor it with herbs as a cheese spread for our last party with friends.   I flavored the freshly made ricotta with scallions (2 diced), fresh dill (2 tablespoon chopped), fresh chives (1 tablespoon chopped), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.  It was delicious!  Since ricotta has a delicate flavor by itself, there are about a million different ways that it can be flavored and used, just make sure to allow time in advance so that it can [...]

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June 3rd, 2012 | 3 comments - be the next!

Turkey Lasagna

Lasagna

This is a favorite lasagna that’s a little lighter and easier – because it uses turkey and the noodles don’t get precooked.  The recipe can be made ahead, refrigerated, and then baked just before dinner; so it makes a nice dish to bring along.   It’s adapted from Barefoot Contessa Family Style by Ina Garten.

1 yellow onion (chopped)

1 1/2 pounds sweet Italian turkey sausage (casings removed)

1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes

1 6 oz. can tomato paste

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1/2 pound lasagna noodles

15 ounces ricotta cheese

4 ounces creamy goat cheese

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus 1/4 cup for sprinkling

1 egg, [...]

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December 25th, 2011 | Leave a comment
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