Ricotta di Natale

Locally produced, hand-packed ricotta cheese has a wonderfully creamy texture and is loaded with calcium and vitamin D. Pair it with organic apples or local berries, then drizzle it with local honey and sprinkle it with sliced almonds or other antioxidant-rich nuts—you’ll have a delicious and healthful appetizer or after-school snack. Serve it with toasted slices of good Italian wheat bread (crostini) or trans fat-free whole grain crackers. It even makes a delicious sandwich filling on whol