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Sweet, juicy Palisade peaches, crispy pancetta, creamy ricotta and fresh thyme come together on a crisp homemade crust for a pizza that tastes like Colorado summer. It’s the perfect mix of sweet and salty, with just enough garlic and smoky sea salt to bring everything together. Recipe comes from my dear friend, Kate. Yield: 1 pizza Servings: 2-4 Prep Time: 30 minutes Rise Time: 3-4 hours Cook Time: 10-12 minutes Total Time: About 4½ hours Ingredients For the Pizza Dough 153 g

This whipped ricotta is creamy, lightly sweet, savory, and full of roasted garlic flavor. Honey softens the richness, thyme keeps it fresh, and a little olive oil helps everything blend into a smooth, fluffy spread. It’s perfect for crostini, crackers, vegetables, or as a base for marinated tomatoes. Yield: About 1½ cups Servings: 6-8 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Ingredients 1 whole head garlic 8 ounces whole-milk ricotta 1 tablespoon ext

This is one of those recipes that makes peak-summer tomatoes feel extra special without doing too much to them. Flaky puff pastry gets layered with creamy ricotta, juicy tomatoes, garlic, red onion, and fresh thyme, then baked until golden and crisp. It’s simple enough for lunch but pretty enough for a brunch or dinner party. Yield: 1 tart Servings: 6-8 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20-25 minutes Total Time: About 45 minutes Ingredients 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed 8 ounces

This is one of those appetizers that feels a little fancy but takes almost no effort. Ricotta and cottage cheese get whipped until light and creamy, then brightened with lemon, a touch of honey, and good olive oil. It’s fresh, slightly sweet, and perfect for spring and summer entertaining. Serve it with crunchy vegetables and crostini, or spread it onto toast for an easy snack. Yield: About 2 cups Servings: 6-8 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes