From lasagna to cannolis, pancakes to cheesecake, ricotta cheese is a beloved item in a variety of cuisines (although its roots are in Italy). It has a smooth, thick texture and creamy, mild flavor, ...

While, sure, you can use ricotta many different ways — on your morning toast, eaten straight with a drizzle of honey, as a filling for certain pasta shapes — ricotta is most often used in many ...

“In lasagne, it's a marvellous substitute for ricotta, blending beautifully with rich tomato sauces and holding up well during baking. “For brownies, the moisture from cottage cheese can ...