Creamy Spinach and Ricotta Pasta
A quick and creamy pasta dish featuring tender spinach, ricotta cheese, and Parmesan for a satisfying and wholesome meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta penne, fettuccine, or shells
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, nutmeg, and pasta water to create the sauce.
- Toss pasta and spinach with the ricotta sauce. Adjust consistency with more pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with Parmesan, herbs, and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.