Honeyed Ricotta with Blood Orange Coulis

Blood oranges, or blush oranges as they are often referred to, boast a distinctively tart, unique flavour. Their fiery red peel and flesh as well as their exquisitely coloured juice make for a a wonderful staple ingredient in a variety of dishes throughout their short-lived season in the late winter months. Although the citrus fruit is perhaps synonymous with more healthy dishes such as juices and salads at a time of year with a focal point on well-being, this sumptuous dessert proves as a delicious not-so naughty treat. ...... Serves 6 Ingredients: Ricotta Base:

• 3kg Blood Oranges
• 250g Caster Sugar
• 200ml hot water
• 50g Flaked Almonds
• 50g Shredded Coconut
• 1kg Ricotta

Blood Orange Coulis:

• 2-3 tbsp Corn starch
• 1 cup of blood orange juice
• 1/2 cup of caster sugar
• 1-2 drops of orange oil
• Zest of 1 orange

  Method:

• Peel the outer skin from the oranges and then peel away any white plith from the inner segments.