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Creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Herbs

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A quick and easy creamy lemon ricotta pasta with fresh herbs that balances bright lemon zest and lush ricotta creaminess for a comforting yet fresh meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese (240 grams)
  • Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 grams)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 ounces of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Stir in the lemon zest and juice, then add chopped basil, parsley, and chives. Cook for 1 minute to blend flavors. Add red pepper flakes if using.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low and add ricotta cheese and ½ cup reserved pasta water to the skillet, stirring to create a creamy sauce.
  5. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat. Add more pasta water if a looser sauce is desired.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss again until evenly coated and creamy.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh herbs or lemon zest if desired.

Notes

Use whole-milk ricotta for best creaminess; low-fat ricotta can be grainy. Reserve pasta water to loosen sauce as needed. Avoid overcooking garlic to prevent bitterness. Add lemon juice gradually to balance tartness.

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