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Creamy One-Pot Herby, Lemony Ricotta Pasta Recipe | 30-MIN Meal For The Whole Family (2022)

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Creamy One-Pot Herby, Lemony Ricotta Pasta

Cultural Context

Creamy One-Pot Herby, Lemony Ricotta Pasta is a delightful fusion of Italian flavors and American convenience. This dish showcases the creamy richness of ricotta, brightened by fresh herbs and zesty lemon, making it a comforting yet refreshing meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights, allowing for a quick and satisfying dinner that can be made in one pot. Variations abound, with some adding seasonal vegetables or swapping in different cheeses, making it a versatile favorite in many households.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 cloves garlic
12 oz pasta
1 medium zucchini
1/4 cup chimichurri
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup ricotta cheese
4 cups spinach

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a lower-calorie option with a cheesy flavor.

1

Melt butter in a Dutch oven or deep pan.

2

Add lemon zest and minced garlic to the melted butter and cook until toasty.

3

Add pasta to the pan and toss it with the butter mixture.

4

Add zucchini and chimichurri to the pasta.

5

Pour in the broth and cover the pan with a lid.

6

Cook for a couple of minutes or until the noodles are tender.

7

Stir in ricotta cheese and spinach until combined.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potcolandermeasuring cupsmixing spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Lemon Ricotta PastaHerby Ricotta Pasta

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