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Microwave Ricotta

© Chef Laura Bonicelli
My Microwave Ricotta recipe is a quick and easy method for having fresh and delicious homemade ricotta ready to use -  in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
15 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Course Sauces, Dressings, other
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 84 kcal

Equipment

  • microwave

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon Kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Mix all of the ingredients together with a whisk in a microwave-safe bowl.
  • Microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes. Stir gently to help form the curd. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Gently lift the curds (solids) out of the whey (liquids) and place in a cheesecloth or cheese-bag-lined strainer. Drain for 5 minutes, until you reach the desired consistency.
  • Remove the drained ricotta to a bowl or container for storage.

Notes

Copyright:
"Chef Laura Bonicelli"

Nutrition

Calories: 84kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 131mgPotassium: 185mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 198IUCalcium: 156mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cheese, fresh, homemade
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