You won't be surprised by this image: you open the fridge and look up and down at what's inside. There's a half-used container, a bag of spinach, a couple of eggs... You're not sure what to do with it ...

Ricotta cheese in black bowl with fresh basil and cherry tomatoes - Nata_vkusidey/Getty Images Ricotta is a traditional Italian cheese with a soft, lumpy texture and mild, milky taste. Typically made ...

Ricotta is often compared to cottage cheese, as they are both soft and spreadable. However, they have key differences in calories, fat, calcium, and sodium.