Whipped Ricotta with Honey and Orange Zest

Whipped ricotta, bright with honey and orange zest, rests over toasted semolina and plump raisins. As Threads Dried on the Rooftops remembers, the air over twelfth-century Trabia tasted of wheat dust and orange blossom.

Serves 4

Estimate for one serving

• 360 cal
• 6.4g protein
• 20g carbs
• 4.2g fat
• 2g fiber

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Ingredients

• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 orange
• 2 tbsp semolina
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• pinch black pepper
• 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

1. 1Toast the semolina in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and lightly golden.
2. 2Soak the raisins in warm water for 5 minutes then drain.
3. 3Whip the ricotta vigorously with a spoon or whisk until light and creamy.
4. 4Fold in the orange zest, toasted semolina, drained raisins, cinnamon, black pepper, and olive oil.
5. 5Drizzle with honey and serve immediately with toasted bread or flatbread.