30 Ricotta Cheese Recipes To Make Tonight

From the Recipe Creator: These authentic Italian eggplant roll-ups can take some time to prepare, but the end result is restaurant-quality. Your family will request this recipe time and again. —Nancy Sousley, Lafayette, Indiana

From the Recipe Creator: These dreamy ricotta pancakes are perfect for when you have leftover ricotta to use. Each forkful is more moist than your average pancake—and a little more tangy. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: This family-favorite recipe features pillowy gnocchi cooked in a flavorful, meaty tomato sauce, topped with a delicious combination of ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan. —Susan Bronson, Rhinelander, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: A single batch of these ricotta cheese cookies is never enough. I usually make one to give away and two more to keep at home. The ricotta cheese makes the morsels extra moist. —Doris Marshall, Strasburg, Pennsylvania

From the Recipe Creator: Stuffed zucchini flowers, or squash blossoms, are filled with a creamy ricotta mixture that’s a perfect contrast to the delicate fried shell. Serve them as a summertime snack or appetizer. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: I was looking for a new recipe for tacos, and this version was a perfect solution. With shrimp, green chiles, spinach and ricotta, it's made up of ingredients I love that aren't normally associated with traditional tacos. —Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

From the Recipe Creator: After I started making homemade ricotta cheese, I was inspired to use it in desserts, not just savory dishes. This melt-in-your-mouth cake is full of almond flavor. It is elegant enough to serve as a dessert for guests, while simple enough for a sweet snack during the week. Add ingredients like lemon zest or fresh blueberries for a change of pace. —Carrie Dault, Baxter, Tennessee

From the Recipe Creator: This delicate dumpling is found in elegant restaurants, and is Italian in origin—which you'd probably guess from the ingredients. Once you've mastered making gnudi, you can make them your own by changing the seasonings and the sauce. This recipe is often served with a sage-butter sauce, and the butter can be browned or not. —Suzanne Podhaizer, St. Johnsbury, Vermont

From the Recipe Creator: I come from a big Italian family. When I was growing up, my mom cooked and baked many delicious meals and desserts from scratch. Now I do the same for my family. This cake is my finale to our special-occasion dinners. —Cathy Banks, Encinitas, California

From the Recipe Creator: We made two Italian treats into one with beautiful pizzelle cookies wrapped around a rich, chocolaty cannoli filling. The chopped pistachios are a pretty added touch. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

From the Recipe Creator: Looking for a way to get a little more heart-healthy fish into your family's weekly diet? You'll win them over hook, line and sinker with this quick and easy entree. Topped with fresh spinach and a splash of lemon, it's sure to become a favorite! Melanie Bachman - Ulysses, Pennsylvania

From the Recipe Creator: I love finding new ways to add veggies to my meals. This twist on a breakfast favorite swaps in riced cauliflower for the usual hash browns to make it not only keto-friendly but also a real crowd-pleasing addition to the brunch rotation. —Robyn Warren, Lead Hill, Arkansas

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Want to know how to make lasagna for a casual holiday meal? You can't go wrong with this deliciously rich meat lasagna recipe. My grown sons and daughter-in-law request it for their birthdays, too. —Pam Thompson, Girard, Illinois

From the Recipe Creator: I changed our family's traditional Easter bread by adding ricotta and a few other ingredients. The almond flavoring works wonders! — Tina Mirilovich, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

From the Recipe Creator: This pasta is a perfect weeknight dinner, especially during the spring and summer months because of the bright lemon flavor. It also tastes great topped with a sprinkle of crushed red pepper and basil. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

From the Recipe Creator: I reconstructed this dessert based on an old recipe that had been in the family for years but was never written down. The subtle cinnamon flavor of the zwieback crust and the dense texture of the ricotta cheese are reminiscent of the cheesecake I enjoyed as a child. —Mary Beth Jung, Hendersonville, North Carolina

From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is special to me because it is based on my grandmother's recipe, and I've added the ricotta for something a little different. They come out pillowy, tender and succulent. —Caroline Brody, Forest Hills, New York

From the Recipe Creator: I work for a special education school and our students run their own catering business. Every time they make this recipe for a catering event, they get praised. The students chose these cookies to submit as their favorite cookie recipe. They say they are the yummiest and chewiest cookies ever! —Renee Phillips, Owosso, Michigan

From the Recipe Creator: I enjoy making this baked ziti recipe for family and friends. It's easy to prepare, and I like to get creative with the sauce. Sometimes, I might add my home-canned tomatoes, mushrooms or vegetables. —Elaine Anderson, New Galilee, Pennsylvania

From the Recipe Creator: You'll feel like you're in a pizzeria when you serve up this white pizza. Garnish the top with fresh arugula or basil for a pop of flavor and color. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

From the Recipe Creator: These mouthwatering fritters are golden brown outside and soft and cakelike inside, and have a lovely citrusy and creamy flavor from the classic duo: lemon ricotta. Fritters are great served warm with jam or honey. —Tina Mirilovich, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

From the Recipe Creator: The bright flavor of basil takes center stage in this pesto lasagna. Paired with a rich cheese sauce and layers of noodles, it's a potluck dish that will have guests asking you for the recipe. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

From the Recipe Creator: There's no need to precook the shells in this simple pasta dish. It's almost like magic when you open the lid and find the deliciousness waiting in the slow cooker. Add garlic bread and you're golden! —Sherry Day, Pinckney, Michigan

From the Recipe Creator: I had apples and ricotta cheese to use up, so instead of making a pie I decided to do something different. The result—these fluffy, tender waffles with just a hint of sweetness. —Teri Schloessmann, Tulsa, Oklahoma

From the Recipe Creator: Who wouldn't want to dig in to a personal cake? Mug cakes are such a fun, casual treat, and you can make as few or as many as you need. The raspberry and ricotta combination makes for a tender crumb that bursts with fresh flavor. —Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah

From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I regularly have date night at home where we make a four-course meal. For appetizers, I like to keep things simple but dressed up. I’ve found that making a special appetizer helps transform the atmosphere into a fancy meal. We’ve grown to really cherish these long and luxurious evenings together in our living room. Fresh figs can be used instead of dates if that's what you have on hand! —Kristin Bowers, Gilbert, Arizona

From the Recipe Creator: When my husband travels for work, I make a special dinner for my kids to keep their minds off missing Daddy. This tasty mostaccioli is magic. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan

From the Recipe Creator: I enjoy cauliflower and kugel, so it made sense to combine the two into one special dish. The ricotta cheese adds a distinctive creaminess and lightness. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

From the Recipe Creator: The orange and chocolate flavors make a classic pairing in this traditional Italian dessert. I serve it during the holidays and for special occasions. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho