cashew ricotta cheese

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Jo Zimny
Ithaca, NY

Home made ricotta generally requires that you let the curd sit and drain over night in a cheese cloth, but this one doesn't. You just have to put it in the fridge once it's made and let it firm up. The texture is very nice. It's got a very delicate flavour which is great if you're using it for sweet deserts. If you want you can add herbs and spices if you're using this for a savory dish. Either way its delicious.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients For cashew ricotta cheese

  • 1 c
    hot water
  • 1/2 c
    raw cashews
  • 1 c
    cold water
  • 4 tsp
    fresh lemon or lime juice
  • 4 Tbsp
    arrowroot
  • 1 Tbsp
    light oil
  • 1 tsp
    maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp
    sea salt

How To Make cashew ricotta cheese

  • 1
    Place the hot water and cashews in a good blender and blend until the nuts are smooth. Be patient, this mixture has to be smooth, not grainy.
  • 2
    Once the creamy mixture is achieved add the rest of the ingredients. Blend again well.
  • 3
    Using a small sieve, pour the mixture into a small heavy bottomed saucepan and stir constantly over medium-high heat. When this has thickened turn the heat down to medium and cook for another minute stirring constantly.
  • 4
    Pour into a container and let set up in the fridge for a few hours. Use in your favourite recipes that call for ricotta cheese.
  • 5
    Enjoy!

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