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    12 Creative Ricotta Recipes to Try This Week

    Published: Apr 19, 2026 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Ricotta cheese is a versatile ingredient that can add creaminess and flavor to a variety of dishes. From complete meals to quick snacks, there are countless ways to incorporate this soft cheese into your cooking. Here are 12 delicious ideas to inspire your meals this week.

    Lazy Lasagna Casserole

    Lazy Lasagna Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    Lazy Lasagna Casserole is an easy way to enjoy lasagna without the fuss. It combines pasta, a tasty meat sauce, and a creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, all baked until bubbly, perfect for a quick meal or to freeze for later.

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    Ricotta Spinach Egg Bake

    Baked egg in bowl.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This simple vegetarian dish is baked in individual ramekins and can be served in just 15 minutes. It's perfect for a quick meal when you're short on time.

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    Zucchini Lasagna

    Zucchini Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Grilled zucchini is layered with a mix of herby garlic ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, all topped with rich red sauce. This dish brings the comforting flavors of lasagna to your table.

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    Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    lemon ricotta pasta.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This pasta dish is incredibly easy to prepare. It's a great option for a quick and satisfying meal.

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    Vegetarian Lasagna

    Vegetarian Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Chef Savvy.

    This vegetarian lasagna is packed with seven different vegetables and features a creamy mix of spinach and ricotta cheese. Layered with a hearty tomato sauce and plenty of cheese, it's a great meal for the whole family.

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    Ricotta Toast

    Herbed ricotta toasts.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This is a super quick meal. Just spread herbed ricotta cheese on sourdough bread and add whatever toppings you like.

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    Roasted Vegetable Pasta Bake

    Roasted Vegetable Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Rustic Foodie.

    Roasted Veggie Pasta Bake is a cozy vegetarian dish that's perfect for any meal. It combines roasted broccoli and bell peppers with penne pasta and marinara sauce, all topped with a creamy spinach ricotta mix and cheese, then baked until everything is warm and delicious.

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    Breakfast Pizza

    Breakfast pizza.
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    This breakfast pizza features smooth ricotta cheese, sautéed spinach, and red onion, all topped with whole eggs that bake to a perfect runny yolk. It's a delicious way to start the day.

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    Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Spinach

    Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Spinach.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Ricotta stuffed shells are a great option for a weeknight dinner and can be ready in just 15 minutes. The best part is that you can stuff the pasta without boiling it first, making it easy to prepare any day of the week.

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    Baked Ricotta Chicken

    Baked Ricotta Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Dizzy Cook.

    Baked ricotta chicken is a simple and delicious meal that you'll want to make again and again. With only five ingredients like creamy ricotta, chicken breasts, garlic, and marinara sauce, it's perfect for those busy nights when you don't want to spend a lot of time cooking.

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    Vegetarian Gnocchi Bake

    Baked gnocchi.
    Image credit: Katie Trant.

    This is a simple and satisfying dish that highlights the creamy goodness of ricotta cheese. It's perfect for cozy meals when you want something delicious without putting in too much effort.

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    Baked Shrimp Scampi Pasta

    Baked Shrimp Scampi Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Zona Cooks.

    Baked Shrimp Scampi Pasta is a creamy and satisfying dish loaded with shrimp and a mix of cheeses like Parmesan, ricotta, and mozzarella. It's a simple meal that's perfect for a cozy dinner.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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