Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
What is Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese?
Whole milk ricotta is a fresh, soft Italian cheese made from the whey of whole cow's milk. It's traditionally made by reheating the whey leftover from making other cheeses, causing the remaining proteins to coagulate. The curds are then drained and lightly salted.
Is Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese vegan?
No. Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese a major allergen?
Ricotta cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese used for?
Ricotta adds a creamy, mild flavor and smooth texture to foods.
Is Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese safe?
Whole milk ricotta is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Ricotta adds a creamy, mild flavor and smooth texture to foods. Manufacturers use it as a filling in pasta dishes like ravioli and lasagna, as well as in baked goods, desserts, and appetizers. Its mild taste makes it versatile for both sweet and savory applications.
Health notes
Whole milk ricotta is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a good source of protein and calcium. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated ricotta cheese, and it is considered safe when consumed as part of a balanced diet. No specific health concerns are associated with its consumption at typical levels.
Allergen info
Ricotta cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Filling: Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
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Severino Pasta Mfg.
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High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving
201kcal
9.8Protein
6.5Fat
27.7Carbs
T A I F Inc.
Large Round Cheese Ravioli Ravioli
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving
197kcal
11.3Protein
9.2Fat
19.0Carbs
P & S Ravioli Co.
Jumbo Cheese Ravioli, Cheese
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
258kcal
12.9Protein
10.8Fat
26.9Carbs
PARLA
Ravioli
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 24% DV per serving
213kcal
12.1Protein
7.1Fat
23.4Carbs
CARLA'S PASTA
Stromboli Crispy Bites
High in sodium — 40% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving
331kcal
10.3Protein
20Fat
26.2Carbs
Severino Pasta Mfg.
Whole Foods Market, Ravioli, Roasted Garlic Rosmary, Roasted Garlic Rosmary
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
207kcal
10.3Protein
6.5Fat
28.8Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Mini Round Ravioli, Cheese
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
152kcal
6.3Protein
4.4Fat
20.9Carbs
T A I F Inc.
Cheese Ravioli
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving
211kcal
10.6Protein
8.4Fat
22.5Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Cheese Ravioli
246kcal
10.5Protein
3.5Fat
43.9Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Cheese & Spinach
223kcal
11.6Protein
3.6Fat
35.7Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Jumbo Round Ravioli Cheese
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
237kcal
9.6Protein
7.4Fat
30.4Carbs
Drake's Fresh Pasta Company
Four-Cheese Manicotti, Four-Cheese
High in sodium — 29% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
130kcal
7.4Protein
7.0Fat
10.2Carbs
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