You won't believe how easy it is to make Homemade Ricotta Cheese. All you need are three simple ingredients: milk, lemon juice and salt. 

How to Make  Ricotta Cheese

YIELD

2 cups

CUISINE

Italian

TIME

35 minutes

LEVEL

Beginner

In a large saucepan, over medium heat, heat 8 cups of whole milk.

Heat to 185°F (85°C).

Add ½ teaspoon of salt.

Only use freshly squeezed lemon   juice or vinegar.

Add 3 tablespoons of lemon juice or vinegar.

Slowly stir the mixture for 2 minutes.

Cover pot and let stand for about 20 minutes.

Congratulations!  You have just made Ricotta Cheese!

Take a look  at what  YOU can make  with  RICOTTA CHEESE

Ricotta Pie

Ricotta Cavatelli

Ricotta Pancakes

Chocolate Ricotta Cake

Rice Ricotta Pie