1Cannoli
Parker feierbachItalian bakeries have been serving up cannoli forever. The crispy shell and creamy sweet filling are nearly irresistible. Often times, they come with mini chocolate chips or chopped pistachios or dipped in chocolate. No matter what topping you pick, they're a MAJOR treat. (It's why we couldn't stop ourselves from making cannoli cupcakes!)
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2White Pizza
Parker FeierbachWhite pizzas can be boring without the acidity of tomatoes, but we've made a pie that takes advantage of the flavors from three different cheeses. If you want to go totally homemade with this recipe, be sure to use our simple and delicious pizza dough recipe.
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3Chicken, Spinach & Artichoke Lasagna
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONWe love spinach–artichoke anything, be it a hearty bun, a cozy soup, a deluxe stuffed baked potato, or a crispy taquito... While we’ve already paired these flavors with gnocchi, tortellini, pasta shells, and more, making a super-cheesy chicken, spinach, and artichoke lasagna just had to happen.
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4Whipped Ricotta Toast
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5Baked Ziti
PHOTO: KATE JORDAN FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREAfter 5 rounds of testing, we finally found the ideal combination of flavors and effort for our best-ever baked ziti—it’s got rich ricotta and a meaty, tomato-based sauce, thrown together in a dish and baked with your pasta.
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6No-Bake Whipped Ricotta Cheesecake
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7Ricotta Gnudi
Andrew Bui 8Frittata
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANIQuiche’s less-fussy cousin, frittatas are the answer to almost every meal dilemma. Looking to get creative with your leftovers? Veggies going bad in your fridge? Home late and craving a simple breakfast-for-dinner recipe? Say it with us: frittata, frittata, frittata.
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9Lemon, Ricotta, & Asparagus Pasta Salad
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWhile pasta salad can get creaminess from mayo, sour cream, or yogurt, we want to make a case for ricotta. Mixed with fresh lemon juice and zest, plenty of grated Parmesan, and pasta water, the ricotta melts into a creamy, bright sauce without any additional oil.
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10Spanakopita Stuffed Shells
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11Zeppole
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCEIt’s time to say ciao to your new favorite Italian treats, zeppole! Zeppole are tiny fried donuts rolled in a sugar mixture, and we can’t get enough of them. They’re the perfect snack for serving with coffee for a midmorning pastry break, or with chocolate sauce for a more decadent dessert to finish off the night.
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12Whipped Ricotta Pasta
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREIf you’ve ever had whipped ricotta toast, you know how the simple ingredient can elevate even something mundane to new heights. The same goes for pasta. In fact, whipped ricotta might just be one of the best pasta upgrades, especially when it’s paired with a sun-dried tomato sauce and spinach like we did here.
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13Blueberry-Lemon Ricotta Stuffed French Toast
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREStuffed with a rich, lilac-colored blueberry ricotta, this dish is exactly what we crave when we’re dreaming of a sweet breakfast to go with our morning coffee. Sourdough is our bread of choice, but if you love brioche or challah French toast, feel free to experiment with those instead.
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14Pasta alla Norma
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15Cannoli Bites
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMThere's no debate: The combination of the crunchy exterior and creamy filling of a cannoli is one of the world’s best bites. These bite-sized treats are the perfect way to serve the classic Italian treat to guests this holiday season without all the mess and stress.
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16Cheesy Green Bean & Mushroom Tart
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17Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Parker Feierbach 18Corn & Ricotta Pasta
RACHEL VANNIA light pasta is an ideal dinner during the warm summer months. Fresh ricotta and sweet corn are the stars of the show for this quick and easy pasta. The dish comes together in one pot and in about 30 minutes, which you just can’t beat.
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19Ravioli Lasagna
Parker Feierbach 20Ricotta Lasagna
Ethan CalabreseIf you're looking for a quick and easy lasagna, this is the recipe for you. We took a couple shortcuts for this recipe by using store-bought marinara, boxed pasta sheets, and ricotta instead of a homemade béchamel.
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