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Creamy Whipped Ricotta Pasta with Lemon and Spinach
15m
Serves 1
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Creamy Whipped Ricotta Pasta with Lemon and Spinach
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15m
Serves 1
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Directions
1
Boil spaghetti until al dente.
2
Save 1 cup of the pasta water before draining the spaghetti.
3
In a blender, process ricotta, Parmesan, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
4
Return the pasta to the pot and add the ricotta mixture and half of the reserved pasta water.
5
Add fresh baby spinach and stir over low heat for 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the sauce is glossy.
6
Add more pasta water as needed for that perfect "restaurant-style" finish.
7
Garnish with lemon slices and extra Parmesan.
8
Serve immediately!
Ingredients
1 lb Spaghetti
15 oz Whole-milk ricotta
0.75 cup Grated Parmesan
0.25 cup Olive oil
2 Garlic cloves
1 Lemon (zested and juiced)
5 oz Baby spinach
1 cup Reserved pasta water
Salt
pepper
red pepper flakes
Equipment
Blender
Pot
Tips
Add more pasta water as needed for a perfect "restaurant-style" finish.
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