Ricotta Cheese
Ricotta Cheese is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Have ready a colander lined with cheesecloth placed over a large bowl.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHave ready a colander lined with cheesecloth placed over a large bowl.
Place the milk and salt in a large heavy-bottomed pot.
Slowly bring the milk to 185°F.
The milk will sizzle at the perimeter of the pot.
Take the milk off the heat and stir in the vinegar.
The curds will precipitate promptly.
Allow them to form, a couple of minutes.
Pour the milk and curds through the cheesecloth.
Allow the curds to drain for an hour or so, then squeeze the curds in the cheesecloth and pack in a bowl.
The ricotta holds for about 2 days in the refrigerator.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.