Ingredients for - Angel of Death Cheese Spread
How to cook deliciously - Angel of Death Cheese Spread
1 . Stage
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2 . Stage
Chop 1/2 inch off of the top of the garlic head, just enough to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap in aluminum foil.
3 . Stage
Roast in the preheated oven until golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes.
4 . Stage
Measure out 2 tablespoons of roasted garlic and press with the side of a knife to smooth each clove into a paste.
5 . Stage
Beat ricotta cheese with an electric mixer in a medium bowl until soft. Add Gorgonzola and mix until smooth. Beat in cream until thickened, then add salt and garlic paste and mix until combined.
6 . Stage
Lay the sage leaves, bottom side-up, onto the center of the cheese cloth in a pattern. Carefully spoon the cheese mixture over the leaves, then gather and tie off the ends of the cheesecloth, forming the cheese into a shape.
7 . Stage
Move to a strainer over a dish and allow to drain for at least 24 hours in the refrigerator.
8 . Stage
Carefully unmold the cheese on the serving plate, with the sage leaves facing up.
9 . Stage
Lightly toast the chopped walnuts in a skillet over low heat until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool, about 5 minutes. Gently press the walnuts onto the cheese spread. Serve at room temperature.