Description
A collection of gourmet ricotta recipes that elevate this versatile cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 pound pasta of your choice
- Fresh vegetables (e.g., cherry tomatoes, spinach) for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, basil, olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water.
- Drain pasta and return it to the pot. Add the ricotta mixture while the pasta is warm.
- Stir gently, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired creaminess.
- Plate the pasta elegantly, garnishing with fresh vegetables and additional basil.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use aged ricotta.
- Experiment with different herbs like thyme or parsley.
- Consider serving with a drizzle of balsamic reduction for added depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling and mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: ricotta recipes, gourmet pasta, Italian cuisine