Creamy Easy Ricotta Pasta Recipe
A quick and delicious creamy pasta dish featuring ricotta and fresh herbs.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta of choice Choose your favorite shape.
- 1 cup ricotta cheese Use whole milk ricotta for creaminess.
- 2 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin is recommended.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced or finely chopped.
- 1 cup fresh spinach Chopped if large.
- 1 cup parmesan cheese Grated for best texture.
- 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp black pepper Freshly ground for flavor.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat, then mix in ricotta cheese, parmesan, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Drain the pasta, reserving some cooking water, then combine with the ricotta mixture.
- Add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve immediately with extra parmesan on top.
Notes
For added flavor, mix in some fresh herbs like basil or sprinkle with red pepper flakes before serving.