Ricotta Granita
It’s nice when you start enjoying the long drive to and from work you normally despise. It’s the magic of spring. For the first time this morning it was daylight at 6:30 and the weather was warm enough to leave the windows down and take in the jasmine-fragranced breeze while driving to the tune of swaying branches and chirping birds. For once there was no need for a book on CD or predictable radio songs to make the drive tolerable.
The ride back home in the middle of the afternoon was just as nice only brighter and warmer. I could feel summer approaching even though spring has just begun. My craving for ice creams, gelatos, sorbets, granitas, lemonades and all things cold and sweet bloomed out of the blue with the sudden spring flowers. I remembered an old recipe copied on a piece of paper and tucked away in a kitchen drawer where it stayed—like my desire for granita—dormant all winter.
Rebecca of Chow and Chatter hosted me on her blog where I contributed a post with a recipe. I am thankful to her for this wonderful opportunity.
Ricotta Granita with Fresh Berries Recipe
4 servings
8 ounces Ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Fresh berries
In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta with the honey, lemon juice and lemon zest. Cover and place in the freezer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally (2 to 3 times). Serve on a bed of fresh berries.
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Sonia (Nasi Lemak Lover) — 04/07/2010 @ 1:43 am
This look so refreashing and nice!
Bryan — 04/07/2010 @ 2:44 am
How simple and how beautiful! I love fresh berries as the spring/summer season comes around. I find myself getting them whenever I am at the store already. They look so perfect with the Ricotta.
Nour El-Zibdeh — 04/07/2010 @ 12:50 pm
Hi Nisrene,
Not usually a big fan of ricotta but this is a good idea to try. It's really healthy–I'm a dietitian and always suggesting it for my clients–but I haven't acquired the taste yet!!!
Found you through Rebecca… she is great! I also guest blogged for her a Palestinian recipe (fattet magdos). I want to go to Morocco one day! I wish I met you a month ago. I was looking for info on how Moroccans use turmeric.I wrote about it few weeks ago, but if you can, I would love to read your comments (http://practicalnutritionbydietitian.com/2010/03/16/turmeric-spice-and-eggplant-recipe/)
Anna — 04/07/2010 @ 4:06 pm
wow! this sounds amazing and decadent. can't wait to try it!
Dana — 04/07/2010 @ 4:48 pm
That looks delightful.
It's still pretty chilly where I sit, but maybe getting a little more cold would be okay with granita.
Mademoiselle Poirot — 04/07/2010 @ 5:20 pm
This looks so beautiful and summery – I can't believe it's raining here again… Love from London C x
Camilla Baker — 04/07/2010 @ 8:26 pm
This looks wonderful! My 4 year old almost jumped through the computer to eat it!
Spring sounds wonderful in your neck of the woods- enjoy!
Nisrine Merzouki — 04/08/2010 @ 1:04 am
Nour, it's great to know that ricotta has so many health benefits. I love my granita even more now.
Cinnamon-Girl — 04/08/2010 @ 1:28 am
I never saw a ricotta granita before! How unique and delicious!
Bridgett — 04/08/2010 @ 3:57 am
Not only is this a refreshing dish but it is just so lovely as well!
elra — 04/08/2010 @ 1:40 pm
How nice it is, after long drive from work, a bowl of granita with fresh berry waiting in the kitchen. Look delicious.
Jolette — 04/09/2010 @ 7:39 am
Mmm, this looks delicious! Fresh berries are so beautiful, they just brighten up any dish.
Pam — 04/09/2010 @ 11:39 am
That granita looks delish! and so creamy!
xoxo
Chelsey — 04/10/2010 @ 4:01 am
I've gotta try this, a healthy dessert!
Dishesdone — 04/10/2010 @ 12:02 pm
That looks so delicious! Gorgeous shots, the berries look so good! I'm enjoying your blog, you post some really great recipes!
Pierre — 04/10/2010 @ 12:31 pm
bonjour il est bien sympa ton petit granité !!
merci pour ton passage chez moi ! Pierre
Barbara Bakes — 04/10/2010 @ 1:29 pm
What a pretty dessert. It just shouts out winter's over.
the southern hostess — 04/10/2010 @ 4:48 pm
This looks and sounds amazing! Love your blog!
the twins — 04/10/2010 @ 11:06 pm
i love making granitas but i've never heard of one made with ricotta before. it looks so good! thanks fo rthe recipe =)
the lacquer spoon — 04/11/2010 @ 4:08 am
Freshly-made granita and lots of fresh fruits… what a gorgeous combo!!
Kate at Serendipity — 04/11/2010 @ 10:21 am
What a great idea! I'm going to try this when the weather gets warm. IF the weather ever gets warm…
frockandfork — 04/11/2010 @ 7:22 pm
This looks delicious!!! I love the simplicity of this dish and the presentation as well :) Happy Spring/Summer:) and thank you so much for visiting my blog:)
MaryMoh — 04/12/2010 @ 8:01 am
This looks really refreshing, healthy and delicious. I can eat this any time. I have to make this. Thanks for sharing.
Susan from Food Blogga — 04/13/2010 @ 12:30 am
I adore anything that combines ricotta with fresh berries.
Kristin — 04/13/2010 @ 1:17 am
OMG, yum!! That sounds particularly amazing!
Megan — 04/13/2010 @ 2:05 am
This sounds like such a light, refreshing recipe. I would love to make this for dessert on a warm evening.
Esme — 04/13/2010 @ 4:22 am
This looks so delicious and fresh.
Clumbsy Cookie — 04/13/2010 @ 4:40 pm
Ricotta is so versatile! This is lovely!
krissy @ thefoodaddicts.com — 04/13/2010 @ 11:40 pm
i was actually looking to find a dessert that incorporates ricotta cheese, and this would be great to try! i have a tub of ricotta cheese in the fridge that i need to use up.. so far i only used it for my lasagna rolls.
Lucy — 04/14/2010 @ 9:55 pm
Nisrine this granita looks gorgeous – I can just imagine the cool creaminess offset by the fresh juiciness of the berries. Delicious and I am craving some now :)
Carolyn Jung — 04/15/2010 @ 4:19 am
Now I know what to do when I have leftover ricotta from baking. I never thought to freeze it as a cool treat. But you have inspired me to try it. Sounds like a winner!
thedabble — 04/26/2010 @ 1:25 pm
I love this idea! You can't go wrong with berries and ricotta.
I Sicilian — 05/27/2010 @ 12:35 am
What a great idea, I never would have thought of it. Now I have something new to make when I make homemade ricotta. Thanks for sharing
Nisrine Merzouki — 05/27/2010 @ 12:48 am
Homemade ricotta…I still have to venture that!
Deeba PAB — 05/28/2010 @ 1:22 am
Just gorgeous, and a beautiful take on ice creams.
stephanie — 07/02/2012 @ 8:37 pm
I made my own ricotta and then used it for this recipe. It was so delicious!