Herby Whipped Cheese Spread
A silky Lyonnais classic of whipped fresh cheese, shallots, and herbs that tastes like springtime on a spoon. Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a light dinner or appetizer.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 145
- Protein
- 8g
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Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh ricotta or fromage blanc
- 1 whole shallot, minced
- ¼ cup fresh chives, parsley, tarragon, and chervil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp crème fraîche or sour cream
- ½ tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 loaf crusty bread or crackers
Instructions
- 1
Combine ricotta, minced shallot, crème fraîche, and white wine vinegar in a bowl.
- 2
Whisk until the mixture is light, fluffy, and completely smooth, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Fold in the chopped herbs, reserving a small pinch for garnish.
- 4
Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- 5
Transfer to a serving bowl, top with the reserved herbs, and serve with sliced bread.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- rubber spatula
- serving spoon
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