PASTA w/SPINACH, RICOTTA & MACADAMIA SAUCE

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Ingredients

  • This recipe is adapted from a traditional Italian recipe using walnuts or hazelnuts, but given an Aussie
  • twist with the macadamias.
  • Macadamia Basil Crumble
  • 3/4 3/4 3/4 cup macadamias halves and wholes
  • 1/2 1/2 1/2 cup roughly chopped sourdough bread
  • 2 2 2 tablespoons macadamia or extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 1/3 1/3 cup fresh ricotta cheese
  • 12-14 12-14 12-14 leaves fresh basil, sliced
  • 1/2 zest of 1/2 lemon
  • 1 1 1 pound Bucatini or preferred pasta
  • 1 1 1 tablespoon macadamia oil
  • 50 50ml 50ml white wine
  • 2 2 2 cups fresh spinach leaves

Preparation

Step 1


To make the crumble, toss the macadamias and breadcrumbs in the oil and place on a lined baking tray.

Bake in a moderate oven for 6-8 minutes or until nuts are toasted.

Divide mixture in 2, and add the basil and lemon to one half. Set aside.

Transfer the remaining mixture to a food processor or bowl. Add the ricotta and grind to a make a coarse crumble. Set aside.

Cook the pasta according to directions on packet.

Drain, reserving a few spoons of the cooking liquid, and add this to a large fry pan with the wine.

Bring to a simmer and add the spinach. Cook for a few seconds to just wilt, then add the pasta and macadamia ricotta sauce.

Toss to heat through, spoon into bowls and scatter with the reserved crumble.