Filling Ingredients: Organic Ricotta Cheese

Ricotta cheese is a fresh, soft, and mild-tasting Italian whey cheese. It is traditionally made from the whey leftover from the production of other cheeses, such as mozzarella or provolone. The whey is heated, causing the remaining proteins to coagulate and form soft curds, which are then drained.

Ricotta is often used as a filling for pasta dishes like ravioli and lasagna, and in baked goods such as cheesecakes and cannoli. Manufacturers use it for its creamy texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor, adding richness and moisture to food products.

Ricotta cheese is a natural dairy product and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of protein and calcium. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated dairy products, and ricotta is considered a standard food ingredient with no specific safety concerns at typical consumption levels.