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Creamy Ricotta Pasta

A comforting and elegant creamy pasta dish made with ricotta and Parmesan cheeses, perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or your choice) Any pasta shape will work.
Cheese Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup 1 cup ricotta cheese Can use low-fat ricotta.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Let sit at room temperature for better blending.
Additional Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced Watch garlic closely to avoid burning.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Don't forget to taste for seasoning.
  • Fresh basil for garnish Adds color and flavor.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook your pasta according to package instructions. Once done, drain it and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once it shimmers, add the minced garlic and sauté it for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Reduce the heat to low and gently stir in the ricotta and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Combining and Seasoning
  1. Combine your cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, making sure every piece is well coated.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Pair with a crisp side salad and a glass of white wine for an elevated meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for about 3-4 days.

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