Whipped Ricotta with Lemon & Olive Oil

Ingredients:

1/8 cup cream cheese, softened

2.5 cups whole-milk ricotta

2 tablespoons whipping cream

Vines & Branches French Grey Sea Salt + fresh cracked black pepper + lemon zest + Vines & Branches House Blend Olive Oil

toasted bread for serving

Directions:

In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat cream cheese until smooth and pliable. Stop the mixer and add ricotta and cream. Beat on medium speed for 4 to 5 minutes or until mixture is less grainy and fluffed. Remove from the mixer and place in a bowl of platter. Sprinkle generously with sea salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and a good drizzle of olive oil. Serve with toasted bread.

Original Recipe Source: http://joythebaker.com/2013/09/whipped-ricotta-with-lemon-an-olive-oil/