Rhubarb, ricotta & pistachio cake

Put rhubarb centre stage in this bake. Ricotta provides a lovely tang to cakes and softens the crumb texture. If you don’t have it, use soured cream instead

Miso-glazed carrots with whipped ricotta dip

Try these moreish miso-glazed carrots with creamy ricotta dip and crushed pistachios topping. It will make a great addition to a Christmas party platter

Pickled blackberry & ricotta salad

Bring a sweet tang to salad with pickled blackberries. They provide a lovely contrast to the creamy ricotta, and the addition of beetroot adds deeper flavour and a pop of colour

Thyme & peach bruschetta with ricotta & pistachios

Make this summery starter with in-season peaches. You can omit the chilli if you prefer less heat

Asparagus, ricotta & lemon pizzettes

Enjoy these pillowy mini pizzas topped with asparagus. You can use any seasonal veg, but asparagus is particularly lovely with lemon ricotta

Spinach & ricotta ravioli with sage butter

Matty fills these simple ravioli with creamy spinach and ricotta, then tosses them in a fragrant, buttery sauce. (You will need a pasta machine for this)

Chilli & honey baked ricotta & grapes with prosciutto

Create a little make-your-own crostini station where guests are invited to spread baked ricotta onto warm toast and top with grapes and prosciutto

Pizza frittas with courgette, mint & ricotta

Ever tried frying pizza dough? Give it a go – it creates a light, pillowy base with a crisp crust that’s perfect for topping with fresh summer ingredients

Fig & ricotta tart with hot honey drizzle

Make the most of sweet figs in this savoury tart with a puff pastry base and ricotta topping. Be sure to use figs that are soft and juicy when gently squeezed

Smoky white bean & ricotta traybake

Make this bean and ricotta traybake using our pre-prepared roasted summer vegetable traybake. Serve al fresco with crusty bread for dipping and scooping