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Clătită with Ricotta and Honey Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp butter

Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick pan
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, and salt until smooth.

2. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and melt butter.

3. Pour 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan and swirl it around to cover the bottom of the pan.

4. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown.

5. Flip the clătită and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the other side is golden brown.

6. Repeat with the remaining batter to make 4 clătită.

7. In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese and honey.

8. Spread the ricotta and honey mixture over each clătită.

9. Roll up the clătită and cut in half.

10. Serve warm and drizzle with more honey if desired.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 270
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Protein: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour.
- Cottage cheese can be used instead of ricotta cheese.
- Maple syrup can be used instead of honey.

Variations:
- Add sliced bananas or strawberries to the ricotta and honey mixture.
- Top with chopped nuts or granola for added crunch.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the pan is hot before pouring in the batter to ensure even cooking.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent sticking.
- Don't overfill the pan with batter to prevent the clătită from being too thick.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover clătită in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds or in a toaster oven for 5 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a plate with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit, chopped nuts, or whipped cream.

Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad or yogurt.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the clătită is sticking to the pan, try adding more butter or using a non-stick spray.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the clătită thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
- Clătită is a traditional Romanian pancake that is usually served with sweet or savory fillings.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and creamy with a hint of honey.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a breakfast or dessert dish.

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Region: Romanian

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Tangy, Rich