January 11, 2009

RECIPE ~ Chocolate Ricotta

Chocolate Ricotta
Two 1/4-cup servings

This high-calcium "pudding" has the benefits of cocoa and cinnamon - and the flavor of Mexico. Experiment with different brands of ricotta - they have different textures and flavors.

Prep time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:
1/2 cup lowfat ricotta cheese
2 tbsp mild honey
2 tbsp cocoa powder
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:


1. Combine all the ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth.


2. Scoop into small dessert dishes and serve.


Nutritional Information:

Per serving:
145 calories
3 g total fat (2 g sat)
11 mg cholesterol
24 g carbohydrate
10 g protein
2 g fiber
100 mg sodium

- Recipe reprinted with permission of DrWeil.com.

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