CANNABIS‑INFUSED WHIPPED RICOTTA WITH ROASTED GARLIC & LEMON

 DISCLAIMER: For legal adults only where cannabis is permitted. Edibles may take 30–120 minutes to onset and last 6–8+ hours. Start low, go slow. Do not drive or operate machinery after consuming.

CANNABIS‑INFUSED WHIPPED RICOTTA WITH ROASTED GARLIC & LEMON

Savory spread • elegant appetizer • Mediterranean‑inspired

USE: Crostini, grilled vegetables, pasta finish, eggs, pizza base

YIELD:

• ~2 cups whipped ricotta

• ~16 servings (2 Tbsp each)

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INGREDIENTS

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DECARB & INFUSED OLIVE OIL

• 5 g dried cannabis flower

• ¾ cup high‑quality extra‑virgin olive oil

RICOTTA BASE

• 15 oz whole‑milk ricotta

• 3 Tbsp cannabis‑infused olive oil

• 1 Tbsp regular olive oil

• 1 small head garlic

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 1½ Tbsp fresh lemon juice

• ½ tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)

• Fresh cracked black pepper

OPTIONAL FINISH

• Fresh herbs (thyme, basil, or chives)

• Chili oil or honey drizzle (non‑infused)

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STEP 1 — DECARBOXYLATION

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1. Preheat oven to 240°F / 115°C.

2. Break cannabis into small pieces (no grinding).

3. Spread evenly on parchment‑lined tray.

4. Cover loosely with foil.

5. Bake 40 minutes, gently shaking once halfway.

6. Cool completely.

Purpose: Activates cannabinoids while preserving aromatic compounds.

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STEP 2 — OLIVE OIL INFUSION

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1. Add olive oil and decarbed cannabis to a saucepan or double boiler.

2. Heat gently to 160–175°F (70–80°C).

3. Maintain temperature for 2½ hours, stirring occasionally.

4. Do NOT allow oil to simmer or fry.

5. Remove from heat and cool slightly.

6. Strain through fine mesh or cheesecloth.

7. Store sealed in a cool, dark place.

Chef note: Olive oil produces a cleaner, herb‑forward infusion than butter — ideal for savory dairy.

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STEP 3 — ROASTED GARLIC

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1. Preheat oven to 400°F / 205°C.

2. Slice top off garlic head.

3. Drizzle lightly with regular olive oil and wrap in foil.

4. Roast 35–40 minutes until soft and golden.

5. Cool slightly, then squeeze cloves from skins.

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STEP 4 — WHIPPED RICOTTA

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1. Add ricotta, roasted garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to food processor.

2. Stream in 3 Tbsp infused olive oil + 1 Tbsp regular olive oil.

3. Process 1–2 minutes until ultra‑smooth and airy.

4. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Texture goal: Cloud‑like, glossy, spreadable.

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DOSING CALCULATION

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ASSUMPTIONS:

• Flower: 5 g @ 15% THC

• Decarb efficiency: 90%

• Infusion efficiency: 65%

CALCULATION:

• 5 × 0.15 × 1000 = 750 mg THC

• After decarb: 675 mg

• After infusion: ≈ 440 mg THC per ¾ cup oil

RECIPE USE:

• 3 Tbsp oil ≈ 55 mg THC total

• 16 servings ≈ 3.5 mg THC per serving

BEGINNER DOSE:

• 1 serving (≈ 3–4 mg THC)

• Wait 2 full hours before increasing

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TERPENE & STRAIN PAIRINGS

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BEST MATCH:

• Terpenes: Pinene, Limonene, Caryophyllene

WHY IT WORKS:

• Pinene keeps dairy fresh and herbal

• Limonene lifts lemon zest and cuts richness

• Caryophyllene grounds garlic depth

STRAIN EXAMPLES:

• Jack Herer

• Lemon Tree

• Durban Poison

• Super Silver Haze

Avoid heavy myrcene — it dulls the brightness of lemon and ricotta.

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SERVING IDEAS (GOURMET AT HOME)

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• Spread on grilled sourdough or crostini

• Dollop onto roasted carrots or cauliflower

• Use as pizza base instead of sauce

• Spoon under soft‑boiled eggs

• Finish with herbs, cracked pepper, and olive oil

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NUTRITION — PER SERVING (2 TBSP)

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• Calories: ~90 kcal (5% DV)

• Total Fat: ~7 g (9% DV)

• Saturated Fat: ~2.5 g (13% DV)

• Cholesterol: ~15 mg (5% DV)

• Sodium: ~110 mg (5% DV)

• Total Carbs: ~2 g (1% DV)

• Protein: ~4 g (8% DV)

• Calcium: ~70 mg (5% DV)

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STORAGE & SAFETY

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• Refrigerated: up to 3 days

• Stir gently before serving

• Label clearly with potency

• Keep away from children and pets