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### Ingredients for Lemon Ricotta Spinach Pasta
For this dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
**For the Pasta:**
– 12 oz **pasta** (spaghetti, penne, or any other pasta of your choice)
– Salt for the pasta water
**For the Lemon Ricotta Sauce:**
– 1 cup **ricotta cheese** (whole milk or part-skim)
– 2 tablespoons **extra virgin olive oil**
– 2 cloves **garlic**, minced
– Zest and juice of **1 lemon**
– 2 cups **fresh spinach** (you can use baby spinach or regular spinach)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– **1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese** (optional for added flavor)
– **1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes** (optional for a touch of heat)
– **Fresh herbs** like basil or parsley, for garnish
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### Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Lemon Ricotta Spinach Pasta
Now that we have the ingredients in hand, let’s dive into the process of making this bright and creamy pasta dish.
#### Step 1: Prepare the Pasta
1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the **pasta** and cook according to the package instructions until **al dente**.
3. Once the pasta is done, drain it, reserving about **1/2 cup of pasta water** to use later. Set the cooked pasta aside.
#### Step 2: Prepare the Lemon Ricotta Sauce
1. In a large skillet, heat **2 tablespoons of olive oil** over medium heat.
2. Add the **minced garlic** and sauté for **1-2 minutes** until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Add the **fresh spinach** to the skillet and cook for **2-3 minutes**, or until the spinach wilts and reduces in volume. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
4. Lower the heat and add the **ricotta cheese**, stirring until the cheese softens and becomes creamy.
5. Add the **lemon zest** and **lemon juice** to the skillet, followed by a pinch of **salt** and **pepper** to taste. Stir everything together until well combined.
6. If the sauce seems too thick, gradually add the reserved **pasta water**, a tablespoon at a time, to achieve your desired consistency.
#### Step 3: Combine Pasta with Sauce
1. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the ricotta-spinach sauce. Toss everything together, ensuring that the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce. If needed, add a little more pasta water to help everything come together.
2. Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more **salt**, **pepper**, or **lemon juice** if desired.
#### Step 4: Serve and Garnish
1. Divide the pasta between serving bowls and sprinkle with **grated Parmesan cheese** (if using), **red pepper flakes** for heat (if desired), and **fresh herbs** like **basil** or **parsley**.
2. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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