ricotta

noun

ri·cot·ta ri-ˈkä-tə

-ˈkȯ-

: a white unripened whey cheese of Italy that resembles cottage cheese

also : a similar cheese made in the U.S. from whole or skim milk

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The ricotta is cool and creamy under the sweet honey. —

Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2024 The base is jalapeño ricotta topped with sliced avocado, serrano chiles, cilantro, and lime. —

Aly Walansky, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024 Layers of noodles, tomatoes, and even ricotta cheese come together in a warm and satisfying soup. —

Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024 His High Plains Drifter pie, made with hot Italian sausage, a brick cheese blend, pesto, jalapeno garlic ricotta and smoked maple syrup, took fifth place in the Pan Division at the International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas this year. —

Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for ricotta