Ricotta pudding

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Egg; separated
1tablespoonSugar
1cupRicotta cheese, part-skim
½teaspoonLemon peel; grated
1tablespoonFlour, all-purpose
½teaspoonBaking powder
1teaspoonCinnamon-sugar mix; opt.
4Strawberries; For garnish; optional

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In small bowl, with electric mixer at high, beat egg white until stiff but not dry; set aside. In small bowl, beat egg yolk and sugar until slightly thick and lemon-colored; set aside. Place cheese in a sieve, press to drain any water. Add cheese to egg yolk mixture with lemon peel; blend well. Stir in flour and baking powder until well blended. Fold in egg white. Pour mixture into four 4-oz baking cups, filling about ⅔ full; bake 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown. If desired, garnish each with ¼ teaspoon cinnamon-sugar mix and a strawberry. Serve immediately.

Per serving: about 125 cals.; 9 g. protein; 6 g fat; 9 g. carbs.; 147 mg sodium.

Preparation: 15 minutes; total time, 35 minutes. Enjoy!! Sorry, do not have name of recipe contributor.