Herbed Ricotta Filling For Manicotti Ravioli Or Lasagne

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 3/4 cup ricotta cheese, whole-milk
• 1/4 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, fresh grated
• 2 tablespoons basil, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, fresh ground
• 1 egg, large

Recipe

• 1 drain ricotta cheese in cheesecloth-lined colander for 30 minutes. combine the ingredients and mix thoroughly until well combined. you may want to make a double batch if you are making lasagne or manicotti.