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Basil Pesto Ricotta Spread




Source of Recipe


debbie






Recipe Introduction


Serve with crudite or on bread.





List of Ingredients



• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  
• 2 large cloves roasted garlic
  
• 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  
• 1/4 cup pine nuts or almonds (optional)
  
• 1/2 cup olive oil
  
• 15 oz Ricotta
  
• Salt & Fresh ground pepper
  






Instructions



1. Combine basil, garlic, nuts and Parmesan in a food processor and mix. With the processor running, slowly add olive oil. Process to desired consistency.
   
2. Blend in ricotta. Season to taste with salt and pepper.