Ricotta Spoonable

This selection from EVERYDAY DORIE falls more into the "inspiration" 

then "recipe" category. But often times inspiration is what I need the

 most in the kitchen. A gentle reminder to enjoy certain ingredients, 

perhaps in a new ways, to keeps things fresh and delicious. 

 Dorie enjoys shares this year round dish in her kitchen, changing up the
herbs depending on the season or what's on hand. The ricotta is joined by
shallots, scallions, salt and pepper plus mixed fresh herbs. Grated lemon zest
and juice provide a kick and good olive oil rounds the balance. 

I enjoyed it as a tartine, with both fresh tomatoes and seasonal peaches. 
Both sweet and savory versions were a winner. I also enjoyed kicking
 it up a notch with a bit of drizzled balsamic vinegar. 

Dorie's notes about removing the ricotta liquid, storage tips, and what 
to enjoy a dollop of this delicous-ness on are one of the reasons I enjoy her
books so much. I feel as though I am getting delicious personal tips
on how to best enjoy food. And that's what it's all about, no ? 

This post follows my progress cooking each recipe
from Dorie Greenspan's "Everyday Dorie" along with those participating
in the online group www.CookTheBookFridays.Wordpress.com 

We do not publish recipes as policy but instead encourage folks 

to buy the book and join in the fun.