Lemon Ricotta Pasta

Directions

  1. 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente.
  2. 2Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  3. 3In the same pot, combine the pasta, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  4. 4Slowly add the reserved pasta water, stirring until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
  5. 5Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. 6Stir in the arugula.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pasta
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup pasta water
  • 1 lemon lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 handful arugula
  • Fresh basil
  • Salt
  • pepper

Equipment

potgraterwooden spoon

Tips

  • Slowly add the reserved pasta water, stirring until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency. The more water you add, the creamier the sauce.
  • Garnish with basil and Parmesan cheese