Whipped Ricotta & Pesto Dip
Whipped Ricotta & Pesto Dip

Whipped Ricotta & Pesto Dip

This recipe for Whipped Ricotta & Pesto Dip combines creamy, soft cheese with fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, and toasted pine nuts for a delicious, fresh dip. When served with Club® Original Crackers, each fresh bite is sure to keep friends & family alike coming back for more.

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PREP TIME (MIN): 15
TOTAL TIME (MIN): 15
SERVINGS 8-10
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Ingredients

  • 1 package Club® Crackers
  • For the Pesto:
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • For the Ricotta:
  • 1 (15-oz) container whole milk ricotta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

For the Pesto:

1. Combine all the ingredients in a food processor and pulse until combined. Taste for seasonings.

For the Ricotta:

1. Place the ricotta in a food processor and process until very smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the olive oil and whip again for a minute or so. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

1. Keep at room temperature until ready to serve (unless you’re making it in advance — keep it in the fridge and let it come to room temperature again before serving).

2. Spread the whipped ricotta in a shallow serving bowl. Use a piping bag to outline shape of four leaf clover on top of whipped ricotta, then fill in the outline with pesto, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with Club® Crackers!

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