Whipped Ricotta Dip
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Appetizers and party foods are some of my favorites. Whenever I’m in a new city I love doing a little restaurant hopping, sitting at the bar and ordering a few different cocktails and appetizers. It’s the perfect way to experience as many of a restaurant’s options as possible. Appetizers also are a perfect way to fill out your party menu at home and this recipe for Whipped Ricotta Dip is one of the easiest appetizers you will ever make. In addition to the ease of preparation, the flavors are incredibly versatile. They go with many different cuisines and dishes. You only need a handful of ingredients and a hand mixer and you are all set.
Ingredients
- Two 8 ounce containers of ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped herbs (mint and chives are the best but most fresh herbs will work)
- 1 teaspoon of lemon zest
- Drizzle of honey
Instructions
Combine ricotta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper in a large bowl.
Using a hand mixer, whip the ricotta until everything is smooth.
Transfer dip to serving platter and top with herbs and lemon zest. Drizzle honey over the cheese.
Keep dip refrigerated until ready to serve.