3/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1/2 tsp. celery seed
2 tbsp. chives or green onions, chopped
2 tsp. grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 tsp. fresh basil, finely minced
1/4 tsp. oregano, thyme, or marjoram
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. paprika
2 tbsp. fresh parsley, finely minced
pepper, to taste

Combine ingredients well.

Chill for several hours before serving.

Use as a spread on your favorite crackers, on celery sticks, etc.

Variation: Mix in 2-3 tablespoons Lipton onion soup and 1/2 cup dairy sour cream to use as a dip.

Submitted by: CM