der/die Ricotta
Translation
ricotta, ricotta cheese
Examples
Für die Füllung der Cannelloni nehme ich Ricotta.
For the filling of the cannelloni, I use ricotta.
Ricotta schmeckt gut mit Honig und Nüssen.
Ricotta tastes good with honey and nuts.
Grammar Patterns
Ricotta ((for sth.acc)) use ricotta for sth. Für die Füllung der Cannelloni nehme ich Ricotta.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Frischkäse (cream cheese), Quark
Etymology
From the Italian word 'ricotta', which means 'recooked' ('ri-' for 'again' and 'cotta' for 'cooked').
Memory Tips
Think of it as being 're-cooked' from the whey, a byproduct of cheesemaking.