Creamy Pasta with Spinach and Fried Capers

By mrspolanco77

Ingredients

• salt
• 1 lb gemelli
• 1/2 cup EVOO
• 1/4 cup capers, drained
• 1 large clove garlic smashed
• 2 packed cups spinach, stemmed and chopped
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup skim milk
• 2 T fresh thyme leaves
• pepper
• 1 pinch nutmeg

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook pasta

2. While pasta is working, in medium skillet, heat EVOO, 8 turns of the pan, over medium heat. Add the capers and fry until they are open, 3-4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Add garlic to skillet and cook 1 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted, one minute.

3. In pasta pot, whisk ricotta and milk over low heat until warmed through, 2-3 minutes. Season with thyme, pepper and nutmeg. Add pasta and toss to coat.

4. Discard garlic and stir spinach into pasta. Add spinach oil from skillet and top with fried capers.