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Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Chili Butter Recipe

Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Chili Butter Recipe
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A delightful recipe for Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Chili Butter that combines sweet roasted carrots with creamy whipped ricotta and a flavorful chili-infused butter, creating a perfect side dish.

Ingredients

Roasted Carrots:

  • 2 bunches carrots, (tops trimmed and cleaned)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt, (as needed)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, (as needed)

Chili Butter:

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, (cut into ½” cubes)
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Whipped Ricotta:

  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Heat oven to 400ºF (200ºC). Cut any large carrots in half lengthwise if needed. Arrange carrots in a single layer on a sheet pan and toss in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and roast the carrots until tender and slightly browned, about 25 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Chili Butter: Heat a small saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and allow to melt. Add the pepper and paprika and lower the heat to medium-low. Simmer until the butter is fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove and strain the butter through a fine mesh strainer. Set the butter aside until ready to use.
  3. Whip the Ricotta: Add the ricotta and maple syrup to the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade attachment (or a mixing bowl and whisk by hand) and pulse until the mixture is smooth, about 1 minute.
  4. Assemble: Use a spatula to spread the ricotta on a serving dish and top with the roasted carrots. Drizzle the chili butter over the top and garnish with additional salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Make sure to use fresh, quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less crushed red pepper flakes to the chili butter.
  • Feel free to customize the dish with your favorite herbs or additional seasonings.

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