Description
Creamy Ricotta Pasta is a delightful, quick meal that combines simple ingredients into a luxurious dish. In just under 30 minutes, you can twirl your favorite pasta in a rich ricotta sauce infused with garlic and fresh basil. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions and can easily be customized with seasonal vegetables or proteins. Get ready to indulge in creamy goodness that brings the flavors of Italy right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, following package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in the ricotta cheese until well combined and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, along with reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese and chopped basil; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional basil or Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg