Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (15 ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, plus more for garnish
2 teaspoons minced shallots or 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

Combine ricotta, 2 tablespoons thyme, shallot (or chives), lemon zest, lemon juice, pepper and salt in a food processor. Puree for a few seconds until smooth.
2.Transfer to a serving bowl and swirl the top with the back of a spoon. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with thyme.