Description
A creamy, tangy pasta dish with ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, and a bright lemon flavor, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Combine the drained pasta with the ricotta mixture in the skillet. Add reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce. Stir in the spinach and garlic.
- Toss everything together until well coated. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American