Kale Ricotta Dip Recipes

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, combine kale, onion, garlic and 1/4 cup water. Set over medium heat, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are very tender, about 12 minutes; add more water a tablespoon at a time if the pan dries out.
• Transfer vegetables and any liquid in the pan to a food processor or blender and let cool a few minutes. Add ricotta, parmesan, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper flakes. Process until smooth.
• Transfer to a bowl and serve.

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the kale and cook until just tender, 1 to 2 minutes. (This can also be done in the microwave. Add the kale to a large microwaveable bowl, cover with warm water and microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes.) Drain and squeeze out any excess water. Set aside.
• Add the oil and onions to a large skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring, until the onions are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the kale, cream, bean puree, cream cheese, Parmesan and red pepper flakes and stir. Cook until the cheese is melty, 1 to 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper. Pour into a small casserole dish, top with the nuts and bake until bubbling and gooey, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve with sliced baguette or tortilla chips.
• Add the white beans to a food processor. Pulse 3 to 4 times to break up the beans. With the machine running on low speed, stream in 1 tablespoon of the oil. If the puree looks dry, stream in 1 more tablespoon.