Lemon Ricotta Pasta
Lemon ricotta pasta is classic Italian comfort food. A simple meal that comes together with just three ingredients that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb spaghetti
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1 cup of the starchy water.
- While pasta is cooking, whisk the ricotta, lemon zest, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to combine.
- Drain the pasta and add it back to the pot. Add the lemon ricotta mixture and about ½ cup of the pasta water to the pot. Mix it all together.
- Add more pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Calories provided are an estimate only. This makes two very generous servings as a main course.