Description
12 oz pasta of choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Zest of 1 lemon
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
¼ cup toasted pine nuts
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
Directions:
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce heat to low and stir in ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water (a little at a time) to create a creamy sauce. Toss until well combined.
Remove from heat and stir in toasted pine nuts and fresh basil.
Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and black pepper. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 380 per serving Servings: 4 servings
