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Easy Ricotta Pasta – Creamy, Quick, and Delicious
There’s something magical about a bowl of creamy ricotta pasta! It feels indulgent, but it couldn’t be easier to make. With just a few simple ingredients like ricotta, parmesan, garlic, and olive oil, you can have a comforting, restaurant-worthy dinner on the table in under 20 minutes!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 ½ cups of pasta water, then drain and set pasta aside.
- Step 2
Return the same pot to the stove over medium heat. Add olive oil and garlic, and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3
Lower the heat and stir in ricotta, parmesan, and lemon zest/juice (if using). Gradually pour in reserved pasta water, a little at a time, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Step 4
Add spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes, until just wilted. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Step 5
Return the pasta to the pot and toss until well coated in the sauce. If needed, add a splash more pasta water to loosen.
- Step 6
Serve immediately, topped with extra parmesan, fresh herbs, and cracked black pepper.
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