Fresh Ricotta Pasta Dish

By Joelene

Ingredients

• 16 ounces dried pasta
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup fresh torn herbs, such as a mix of basil leaves, fennel fronds, parsley and arugula
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• Salt, to taste
• 1/4 cup reserved hot pasta water

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine ricotta cheese, freshly torn herbs and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Salt to taste. When done, drain pasta and combine with ricotta cheese sauce and reserved hot pasta water. Serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings.