Ingredient

Filling: Organic Ricotta Cheese

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Ricotta cheese is used as a filling in pasta dishes like ravioli and lasagna, …

What it is

Ricotta is a fresh, soft, and mild-tasting Italian cheese. It is traditionally made from whey, a byproduct of making other cheeses like mozzarella or provolone. The whey is heated, and an acid (like vinegar or lemon juice) is added to help the remaining milk proteins coagulate.

Why it's used

Ricotta cheese is used as a filling in pasta dishes like ravioli and lasagna, and in baked goods like cheesecakes and cannoli. Its creamy texture and mild flavor make it a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory recipes.

Health notes

Ricotta cheese is a source of protein and calcium. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cheese and dairy products, but specific evaluations for ricotta cheese's health impacts at typical consumption levels are not widely published.

Allergen info

Ricotta cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Filling: Organic Ricotta Cheese

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The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. Earth's Best, Ravioli, Mini Cheese, Mini Cheese Pasta by Shape & Type 168kcal 7.1Protein 2.2Fat 30.1Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. 365 Everyday Value, Organic Five Cheese Ravioli Frozen Prepared Sides 228kcal 8.8Protein 4.0Fat 38.6Carbs The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. Earth's Best, Mini Mac 'N Cheese Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type 177kcal 8.0Protein 2.6Fat 31.0Carbs Superfood Medley Ravioli Savory Mix Of Organic Veggies & Cheeses With Roasted Portobello Mushrooms, Red Peppers, Kale, Spinach, And Garlic, Superfood Medley Valley Fine Foods Company Superfood Medley Ravioli Savory Mix Of Organic Veggies & Cheeses With Roasted Portobello Mushrooms, Red Peppers, Kale, Spinach, And Garlic, Superfood Medley Pasta by Shape & Type High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 220kcal 11Protein 8Fat 27Carbs Basil & Ricotta Organic Ravioli, Basil & Ricotta Valley Fine Foods Company Basil & Ricotta Organic Ravioli, Basil & Ricotta Pasta by Shape & Type High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 200kcal 10Protein 6Fat 27Carbs Organic Four Cheese Tortelloni United Natural Foods, Inc. Organic Four Cheese Tortelloni Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 280kcal 12.8Protein 6.4Fat 44Carbs Organic Spinach & Cheese Ravioli United Natural Foods, Inc. Organic Spinach & Cheese Ravioli Frozen Dinners & Entrees 225kcal 10Protein 5Fat 36.7Carbs Valley Fine Foods Company Cacio E Pepe Organic Ravioli, Cacio E Pepe Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 220kcal 11Protein 8Fat 27Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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