STRAWBERRIES WITH LIMONCELLO RICOTTA CREAM!
Although I’ve made many desserts with ricotta, I’ve never once thought of putting it in my blender, until I saw Bobby do it on the Food Network. Something magical happens when you do that, the texture comes out smooth, creamy and rich tasting. You have to sweeten it up a bit, with a couple of tablespoons of brown sugar, then the sky’s the limit for flavoring! Amaretto, white chocolate liqueur, I think Bobby used Grand Marnier, but my favorite is Limoncello, I used about 2 tablespoons per 1lb. of ricotta. Throw everything in the blender, and make it the consistency you want, I made mine thicker than Bobby’s, just make sure it all smooths out! No one will ever know this is low fat!!
RUM SOAKED PINEAPPLE WITH MASCAPONE!
This is a favorite of mine which I make in the summer and winter.
Melt a little butter in a saute pan, add some brown sugar, when it all melts down and blends together, add some dark rum. Place your pineapple in the pan and cook it low and slow, turning each piece till everything soaks in and creates a slightly thick sauce.
Place it all in a pretty glass and dollop with a nice portion of Mascapone that has been sitting out at room temperature!
It’s warm, creamy, and the rum takes it over the top!!
Both of these desserts are quick to make, and taste’s oh so decadent!!
Enjoy!!!
I’m Marie, a wife, mother, mother-in-law, and gramma of two beautiful girls. My passion is food, clear and simple but especially Italian food, hence the name of my blog, Proud Italian Cook. I want you to feel right at home here so grab a cup of coffee, I’ll get the pastries, take a look around and enjoy your visit! {
All these new ideas with Ricotta!! Someone is going to be requesting a lot more ricotta this week… (Our poor shepherd man…)
These are terrific desserts, especially for one who doesn’t like to bake or measure exactly…I will definitely use these recipes. Thanks Marie!
Wow, those both look so beautiful. Love the ricotta/strawberries idea. My boyfriend Bobby does come up with some wonderful ideas. 🙂
Yum!
You bet I’m going to make this. Got to go hunting for the mascapone though.
It sure is Peter!
Happy Cook, Yes, it’s mighty good!
Glamah, you must try it!
Maryann, No problem, come and get it!
Lor, I new you would like the Limoncello one!
Thanks Jenn,It’s all about the lighting, as you know.
V, Thanks, come by!
Jo, The coffee’s brewing!
Oh, You’re so right Kevin!
Jenny, Thanks so much!
Gloria, Hi, and Thanks for your comments.
Kate, I do make ricotta cheescake, my Hubby loves that.
i really want to try some limoncello, i’ve seen so many Italians use it. And u should try a ricotta cheesecake, turns out great as well , have to blend it smooth in the blender before u add the cream n gelatin.
This look sooo yummy!!!!! I like this type of Desserts!!! Gloria
Wow Marie,
Both of these treats look fantastic! Beautiful pictures!
Limoncello and ricotta sounds great! Add some strawberries and almonds and it is even better!
Put the coffee on, I’ll be right over!
Wow mom, these look awesome!!
Those are beautiful dishes, Marie! I love those kinds of dolce. Your pictures are just fantastic!
me too!! especially the ricotta and limoncello:)
I’ll have one of each 😉
The photos look so pretty, Marie!
Your killing me. I love it all , especially that dark rum soaked pineapple.
Love the rum soaked pineapple. Yummy
Limoncello is a great ingredient for desserts, Dolce Dama!