If You Spot This “Absolutely Delicious” Italian Find at Trader Joe’s, Grab 2
One of the first magazines I contributed to as a food writer was dedicated entirely to cheese. I had to taste-test various wedges to uncover the subtle details of their flavor profiles. Some days I spent hours in the kitchen experimenting to see which shreds of fromage worked best in different recipes. That is to say, I quickly developed a deep infatuation for the complexity of unique curds.
I’d often get questions about my favorite place to buy cheeses. And while I’d often point people to whatever locally owned cheese shop they had in their neighborhood, second to that, I’d recommend Trader Joe’s. Recently, Trader Joe’s released a stunning new cheese — and social media is equally obsessed with it.
If you visit Trader Joe’s and check out the impressive cheese section, you’ll find packs of Baked Lemon Ricotta Cheese in bright blue packaging. I’ll admit, considering the typical prices at TJ’s, this wedge is on the steeper end: One pound of these Italian curds will cost you $13.99. But it definitely seems worth it!
So, what makes this baked lemon ricotta from Trader Joe’s so special? The production process gives it a sweet flavor profile and texture that’s almost a cross between cheese and dessert. Thanks to the tangy yet candy-like lemon paste mixed into the curds, it tastes similar to a rich cheesecake.
Shoppers are obsessing over the return of this seasonal ricotta cheese. One person commented on the Instagram post detailing the drop: “The ricotta is absolutely delicious! Decadent! Cheesecake like! I highly recommend both!” While another user called out, “Love this cheese.”
Place this Baked Lemon Ricotta Cheese on a charcuterie or dessert board. It’s ideal for a fun appetizer for any holiday gathering. But just keep in mind that it won’t be on the shelves for long since it’s a seasonal product, so head to Trader Joe’s before it runs out.
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