Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 12 cup hazelnuts, toasted and husked-about 2 oz
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 12 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 12 teaspoons grated lemon peel, packed
  • 3 tablespoons fresh romano cheese, grated
  • fine sea salt

Method

  • With processor running, drop garlic into machine and blend til finely chopped.
  • Add nuts, basil and 2 T oil; process til finely chopped.
  • Add ricotta, juice, peel and remaining oil; process til blended.
  • Transfer to small bowl and stir in romano.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.