Tag: Ricotta

Farro with Sweet Peas and Ricotta

Farro with sweet peas, fresh herbs and ricotta

It’s not easy to make whole grains taste light, or look sophisticated. Yet, they’re so satisfying – not to mention, good for us – that it’s certainly worth giving it a try. As far as whole grains go, farro has been stealing the spotlight lately. Mostly grown in Italy, farro […]

Endive boats with fresh ricotta and baked beets

Endive boats with fresh ricotta and baked beets

Serving light hors d’oeuvres that won’t spoil your guests’ appetite before they sit down for dinner should always be a priority. These endive boats fit the bill. They’re as colorful as they’re delicious – not to mention, festive and light as a cloud! No wonder these cheerful boats have become […]

Ricotta pancakes with apple-Calvados syrup

Ricotta pancakes with apple-Calvados syrup

To make the syrup that will be generously drizzled on top of the pancakes, we’ll poach some Braeburn apple slices in maple syrup with a cinnamon stick. Then, when the apples are perfectly tender, we’ll finish the syrup with roasted walnuts and a little Calvados (a French apple brandy). And […]