Creamy Lemon-Ricotta PastaIngredients:
1 pound pasta (such as penne or rigatoni) 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oilInstructions:
1.
Cook the pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions.
2.
Make the sauce:
In a large bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
3.
Drain the pasta:
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
4.
Combine the pasta and sauce:
Pour the sauce over the pasta and toss to coat.
5.
Heat the olive oil:
Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
6.
Cook the herbs:
Add the basil and parsley to the hot oil and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
7.
Serve:
Garnish the pasta with the cooked herbs and serve immediately.
Tips:
For a more intense lemon flavor, use 1/2 cup of lemon juice instead of 1/4 cup.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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