Baked Ricotta Pudding with Strawberry Sauce

Italian budino di ricotta, with a texture something like cheesecake, is one of a category of desserts called dolci ai cucchiaio, or spoon desserts. Included are puddings, mousses, and other soft, custardy sweets. We’ve used part-skim ricotta cheese, one egg yolk, and a minimum of sugar to make a light and creamy baked pudding. It’s nice served with a fresh berry sauce.