Ricotta

Creamy spinach pasta
Combine cooked orecchiette with chopped baby spinach, thawed frozen peas, ricotta and salt in a frying pan until warmed. Season with pepper.

Ricotta-herb quiche
Blend 1 cup ricotta with 3 eggs and 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into a pie crust and bake at 350F until set, about 30 min.

White pizza
Spread on fresh dough instead of using tomato sauce.

Mediterranean snack
Smooth over crostini and top with chopped olives and sun-dried tomatoes. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

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