Homemade Ricotta with Apricots and Walnuts

Homemade Ricotta with Apricots and Walnuts
Need a gluten free, primal, and vegetarian side dish? Homemade Ricotta with Apricots and Walnuts could be an awesome recipe to try. This recipe serves 6. One serving contains 386 calories, 12g of protein, and 30g of fat. If you have milk, heavy cream, kosher salt, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it.

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Watch how to make this recipe.
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Line a sieve with cheesecloth or a damp paper towel and place over a bowl.
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In a large, heavy pot over moderate heat, bring the milk, cream and salt to a boil, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
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Add the lemon juice, reduce the heat to low and continue stirring until curds form, about 3 minutes.
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Pour the mixture into the lined sieve and let drain, about 10 minutes.
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Remove the ricotta from the sieve to a medium bowl, discarding the liquid.
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Mix in the apricots and walnuts and serve.
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BYOC: Feel free to toss in some fresh herbs here, oregano or thyme would be beautiful. You could also drizzle some lemon-infused olive oil on top.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In30 m.
Servings6
Health Score9
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