Name: D.I.Y. Ricotta
Yield: Makes 2 cups
Ingredients: 4 cups whole milk; 1 cup cream; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice

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D.I.Y. RicottaPenden + Munk

The recipe for this quick, fresh cheese from Mozza chef Nancy Silverton should be a part of every cook's repertoire. It calls for only four ingredients and takes just 30 minutes to make. While it's not technically ricotta (Italian for "recooked") because it's not made by reheating whey (the liquid left over from making mozzarella), it boasts a fresher flavor and creamier texture than the stuff in your supermarket dairy aisle.

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