Herbed Ricotta Spread

An Italian-esque spread with clean, simple flavors. (By Regan Burns)

Orange-Vanilla Ricotta Cheesecake

An orange-tinged cheesecake topped with vodka-marmalade glaze turns the childhood Creamsicle treat into a sophisticated dessert. (By Adela Jung)

Ricotta Gnocchi with Wild Boar Ragu

Light, cheesy pillows of pasta with a hearty sauce. (By Adapted from Frank De Carlo)

Ricotta Salata–Stuffed Figs with Port Reduction

A beautiful, addictive appetizer. (By Aida Mollenkamp and Amy Wisniewski)

Sun-Dried Tomato–Ricotta-Basil Spread

Like pasta sauce in a spread. (By Regan Burns)

Gluten Free "Ricotta" Dip (By elanaspantry )

Omelet with Ricotta and Salami (By Terence Janericco)

Shutters on the Beach’s most requested recipe. (By Dana Slatkin)

Creamy cheesecake with candied fruit in an almond crust. (By Gina DePalma)

Watermelon, Tomato, and Kalamata Olive Salad

Mint and ricotta salata tie together this chic salad. (By Kate Ramos)

Roasted Delicata Squash Salad

With warm sherry vinaigrette, spinach, pumpkin seeds, shallots, and ricotta salata. (By Kate Ramos)

Winter Greens Lasagne

Layers of kale, chard, ricotta, and crème fraîche make for an impressive and irresistible lasagne. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Tiramisu Dip

All the flavor of the airy dessert but none of the hassle. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Pasta with Artichoke Pesto

Artichokes, basil, and ricotta combine for an easy pasta sauce or quick dip. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

A creamy, rich, and decadent dessert. (By Aliza Green)