Sicilian ricotta, dark chocolate & orange cake

Hero ingredient: Ricotta cheese

Serves 6-8

Heart & Stroke Foundation Nutrient Analysis

Per Serving: 107 g

Sodium

38 mg
low

Is necessary in small amounts to help regulate fluid balance, support nerve function, and facilitate muscle contractions.

Needs to be less than or equal 120 mg/100 g to be low, 120-600 mg to be moderate and >600 mg to be high.

Magnesium

6 mg
1.6%

Is a key mineral that supports muscle and nerve function, helps regulate blood sugar levels, and aids in energy production. It's also important for a healthy immune system and strong bones

Needs to provide 15% of 375 mg (375 mg is the NRV) in order to be a source of and 30% or more of the NRV to be high in.

Calcium

45 mg
5.6%

Calcium is vital for our bodies because it helps build and maintain strong bones and teeth. It also supports muscle function, nerve transmission, and cardiovascular health.

>Needs to provide 15% of 800 mg (800 mg is the NRV) in order to be a source of and 30% or more of the NRV to be high in.

Potassium

41 mg
2%

Potassium is essential for maintaining fluid balance, muscle contractions, and nerve signals in the body. It also helps lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of strokes.

Needs to provide 15% of 2000 mg (2000 mg is the NRV) in order to be a source of and 30% or more of the NRV to be high in.

Classification of Micronutrients

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  • High in: Provides 30% or more of the recommended Nutrient Reference Value (NRV)
  • Source of: Provides 15% – 30% of the recommended Nutrient Reference Value (NRV)

Hero ingredient: Ricotta cheese

Nutrient Analysis
Ingredients
Method

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About Monché Muller

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs, separated
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 400 g fresh ricotta, sifted
  • 1/4 cup corn flour, sifted
  • 1 orange, squeezed and zested
  • 50 g dark chocolate, flaked
  • Icing sugar, to dust

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 200⁰C. Prepare a 20 cm springform pan/round baking dish by lining with parchment paper, leaving edges a little higher to ease the unmolding of the baked cake.
  2. Whip egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form and set aside.
  3. Use an electric mixer to whisk egg yolks and sugar together until creamy, then add sifted ricotta, corn starch, orange zest and 2 tbsp orange juice. Stir through chocolate flakes.
  4. Gently fold whipped egg whites into the ricotta mixture until evenly combined.
  5. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and bake for 40 minutes. If the cake gets too dark too quickly, loosely cover with foil.
  6. Leave the cake to cool in the pan to make sure it sets properly. Dust with icing sugar when cooled and ready to serve.
  7. Serve with plain yoghurt and citrus zest.

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Classification Of Micronutrients

The DASH diet needs to be low in sodium and high in calcium, potassium and magnesium. The Nutrient Reference Value is the daily amount of the vitamin or mineral that the average healthy person needs to prevent deficiency.

  • Calcium: 800 mg (NRV)
  • Magnesium: 375 mg (NRV)
  • Potassium: 2000 mg (NRV)
  • Sodium (salt): Needs to be </= 120mg/100g to be considered low