Sicilian Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Description This is a recipe for my Sicilian grandmother’s creamy homemade ricotta cheese. Great as a spread on fresh bread or add as a topping to fresh Pasta. Ingredients 1 gallon whole milk 1 quart buttermilk 1 pint heavy cream 1 tablespoon kosher salt 18-inch squares cheesecloth Instructions Line a large colander or sieve with … Read more

Sicilian Ricotta Cheesecake

Description This ricotta cheesecake is similar in style to an American cheesecake, but is much lighter. Enjoy. Ingredients 2 pounds ricotta cheese β…” cup white sugar β…“ cup all-purpose flour 6 eggs ΒΌ teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons orange zest 2 teaspoons vanilla extract β…› teaspoon salt Instructions Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 … Read more