Ricotta, Mascarpone, Goat Cheese & Honey Spread

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Ricotta, Mascarpone, Goat Cheese & Honey Spread- a luscious and creamy spread that pairs perfectly with wine. (gluten-free)
Ricotta, Mascarpone, Goat Cheese & Honey Spread

You know what’s awesome about living in Northern California?

No, it’s not all of the great hiking. Nope, it’s not the perfect weather. Nooo, not the endless amount of things to see and do…

It’s the FOOD! At least, for me it is.

Almost every time we eat out, I am inspired by something on the menu. Like this ricotta spread for example. We had an appetizer similar to it when we went wine tasting at Wente Vineyards and I just couldn’t get enough.

The light and creamy texture flavored with a touch of honey and fragrant, toasted pine nuts smeared on top of soft, warm and fluffy bread.

Oh, so good.

Actually, I tell Brandon it is absolutely necessary for us to eat out on a regular basis so that I can continue to gain inspiration for the blog. Hehe…

It’s nice to take a break from the kitchen sometimes too, right?

Believe or not, as decadent and satisfying as this spread is, you won’t be spending much time in the kitchen to make it. I’m talkin’ ten minutes, people. That’s it. Ten minutes yields you a deliciously fancy appetizer with just the right touch of sweetness and still leaves you plenty of time to consume that bottle glass of wine.

Cheers!

Ricotta, Mascarpone, Goat Cheese & Honey Spread- a luscious and creamy spread that pairs perfectly with wine. (gluten-free)

Ricotta, Mascarpone, Goat Cheese & Honey Spread

Yield: 14 ounces

Prep Time: 3 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

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Ingredients:

  • 8 ounces Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese
  • 4 ounces Mascarpone Cheese
  • 2 ounces Goat Cheese (could also use 4 ounces for more goat cheese flavor)
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Directions:

Preheat the oven (or toaster oven) to 350°F then line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Spread the pine nuts on top and bake in the oven for about 7 minutes, until light golden brown and deliciously fragrant.

While the pine nuts are baking, combine all three cheeses in a bowl or food processor (processing gives it a fluffier texture) along with one teaspoon honey. Stir or process until well combined then scoop into a serving bowl. Mix in about half of the pine nuts with the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining nuts on top. Drizzle with the rest of the honey and then serve along side warm, pillowy focaccia and enjoy!

This spread is the perfect treat for a relaxing evening at home with your favorite person and your favorite wine, but it also fancy enough to take to a dinner party and impress a few of your friends, if you wish. Really, you can serve it however or whenever you please just don’t forget the wine! Winking smile

Did you try this recipe? Please let me know how it turned out by leaving a comment below or sharing a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #makingthymeforhealth. I love hearing your feedback! heart

by Sarah on June 4, 2013  //  Appetizers, Recipes
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