Sicilian Homemade Ricotta Cheese

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Sicilian Homemade Ricotta Cheese Recipe

by The Chefin Cheese

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

280

Sugar

10g

Fat

22g

Sicilian Homemade Ricotta Cheese is a favorite ingredient in Italian cuisine, mostly used in desserts such as cannolis, cheesecakes, and tiramisu, but it can also be used in savory dishes like lasagna or stuffed shells. The curds that you'll get from this recipe have a delicate texture and consistency that works well with a variety of spices and flavors. Making ricotta cheese from scratch can be a fun and rewarding experience, and it's well worth the effort. With this recipe, you can get rich and creamy Sicilian Homemade Ricotta Cheese made in the comfort of your home.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, heat the milk, buttermilk, and heavy cream over medium heat until it reaches 200°F, stirring occasionally.
2.	Remove from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
3.	Line a colander with cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl.
4.	Ladle the curds into the cheesecloth and let the whey drain off for 30 minutes.
5.	Sprinkle kosher salt over the curds and gently mix it in with a fork.
6.	Tie the four corners of the cheesecloth together to form a bag and hang it over the sink or a bowl for 2-4 hours to drain any remaining liquid.
7.	Scoop the ricotta cheese out of the cheesecloth and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

PROS

Sicilian Homemade Ricotta Cheese is creamy with a slightly sweet and tangy flavor and is very versatile for cooking and baking.

This recipe yields a large quantity of cheese, making it cost-effective.

It is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

It requires some hands-on time and patience.

Fresh homemade ricotta cheese does not have preservatives and should be consumed in a shorter period than store-bought ones since it can spoil more quickly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ricotta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which is essential for bone health.
It is also low in calories and fat and contains phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc, which are beneficial minerals for the body.

	1 gallon whole milk
	1 quart buttermilk
	1 pint heavy cream
	1 tablespoon kosher salt
	18-inch squares cheesecloth