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Mom’s Baked Ricotta Dip

Mom’s Baked Ricotta Dip: Creamy Delight for Any Gathering

Mom's Baked Ricotta Dip is a creamy, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Substitute with mascarpone for a richer taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Mince finely for even distribution.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Opt for extra virgin olive oil for the best quality.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Can substitute with fresh thyme or Italian herbs.
  • Salt/Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Cheddar can be used if mozzarella is not available.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Use aged Parmesan for more flavor depth.
For Serving
  • 1 loaf Baguette Bread Alternative options include crunchy crackers or fresh vegetable sticks.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients along with a medium mixing bowl, spatula, and a 6-inch baking dish.
  2. Mix together ricotta cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and half of the fresh rosemary in a medium mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
  4. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the ricotta mixture, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the dip starts bubbling and cheese is melted.
  6. Switch the oven to broil and keep an eye on the dip while it bakes for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Once golden, remove from the oven and garnish with remaining fresh rosemary before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm and enjoy with baguette slices or preferred dippers.

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