3/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1/2 tsp celery seed
2 T 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 T 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 T Lipton onion soup and 1/2 cup sour cream to use as a dip.