It is an Italian cheese made from whey, where milk proteins such as albumin and globulin, which remain in the whey that separates from milk during cheese production, are coagulated. It is a safe cheese for those with lactose intolerance.
Uses:
Ricotta cheese is eaten alone… with honey or jams… it is good for making pasta… pastries… kunafa… it is used to make cheesecake… puff pastry Danish… making lasagna… spinach and ricotta cheese rolls, it goes very well with spinach in general… with salads… fruits… stuffed vegetables with cheese and nuts… egg filling…
Benefits:
- It is suitable for dieting because it is low in fat, as the fat content in it does not exceed 9% .
- Rich in selenium, which fights cancer.
- Rich in calcium.
- Rich in vitamins such as vitamin A and vitamin B12 , which help the immune system and improve vision.
- Safe for people with lactose intolerance.
- A great choice for a diet plan, as it is low in calories.
Nutritional Facts:
Fat 7%
13% protein
Humidity 71.56%
Total solids 28.44%
Fat content in dry matter 35%
Carbohydrates/%2
Calories in 100g: 123