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Kale Pasta
This recipe is a simple, wholesome Italian‑inspired vegetarian pasta that comes together in about 20 minutes, combining tender kale, garlic, ricotta, lemon zest, and Parmesan into a creamy green sauce that clings to al dente spaghetti — a perfect quick lunch or weeknight dinner that’s both flavorful and satisfying.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, strip the leaves from the ribs of the kale and wash them; peel the garlic clove.
- Step 2
Generously salt the boiling water and add the spaghetti, kale, and garlic cloves. Cook the vegetables for five minutes and the pasta according to the package directions.
- Step 3
After five minutes, remove the kale and garlic from the water and place them in a food processor. Continue cooking the pasta according to the package directions until al dente.
- Step 4
Purée the kale with olive oil, ricotta, and zest. Then add the Parmesan and continue puréeing until smooth. Season the sauce generously with salt and pepper.
- Step 5
Drain the pasta, reserving some of the cooking water. Return the spaghetti to the pot and toss with the green sauce, adding a little of the reserved pasta water (about 2-3 tablespoons) and stirring well. Season the pasta with chili flakes, add salt and pepper to taste, and serve.
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