Epicure Recipes

Baked Lemon Garlic Ricotta

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17 min

8 servings 

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Life’s too short for boring cheese, so allow me to introduce you to the star of your next cheeseboard! Lemon is the life of the party, with its vibrant and zesty personality, while ricotta plays the smooth, mild-mannered companion that balances out the soirée. Just mix, bake, and serve!

Ingredients

  • 1 container (16 oz/475 g) ricotta cheese
  • 1⁄2 pkg Lemon Garlic Chicken Seasoning
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest, optional

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 375° F.
  2. In Rectangular Steamer, combine ricotta, seasoning, pepper, and lemon zest, if using.
  3. Bake, uncovered, 15 min or until warm and cheese is bubbly.
  4. Top with extra lemon zest, if desired. Serve with crackers or sliced veggies.

Epicure Products Used

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 110, Fat 8 g (Saturated 5 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 100 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g (Fiber 0 g, Sugars 1 g), Protein 7 g.

Tips

In a pinch for time? Microwave uncovered on medium (50% power) 3–5 min, or until warmed through.