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Caramelized carrots topped with whipped ricotta and drizzled with hot honey

A Sweet Symphony of Flavor

Imagine a dish that perfectly balances sweetness and creaminess with a bit of heat—welcome to Caramelized Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey! This delightful recipe offers tender, caramelized carrots topped with airy, smooth whipped ricotta and a drizzle of spicy hot honey. It’s the kind of dish that brings sunshine to your dinner table, and here's a fun fact: did you know that carrots were originally purple?
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Hot honey for drizzling (or regular honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes)

Method
 

  1. Prep the Carrots: Begin by peeling and slicing the carrots into thin, evenly-sized pieces for uniform cooking.
  2. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté the Carrots: Add the sliced carrots to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and caramelized.
  4. Whip the Ricotta: While the carrots are cooking, mix the ricotta cheese with lemon zest in a medium bowl until smooth.
  5. Plate the Dish: Once the carrots are beautifully caramelized, transfer them to a serving platter. Top with dollops of the whipped ricotta.
  6. Add the Honey: Drizzle hot honey over the top for a sweet kick.
  7. Serve: Your delicious, elegant dish is ready to impress!