Pasta con Ricotta
Penne pasta is tossed with olive oil, garlic, fresh basil and freshly ground black pepper. Once combined, add cubes of Grande Ricotta Prima Dolce® and gently toss to incorporate. This flavorful pasta dish will showcase the delicate flavor of Grande Ricotta Prima Dolce® while not overpowering the dish.
Course: Pastas
Ingredients
- 1⁄2 lb Grande Ricotta Prima Dolce® cut into cubes 1/2” x 1/2”
- 1⁄2-3⁄4 Cup Basil, chopped, to taste
- 10 oz. Penne pasta, cooked al dente
- 6 tbsp. Olive oil
- 4-6 Cloves Garlic, chopped, to taste
- Freshly ground pepper
- Small handful of salt for pasta cooking water
Directions
- Salt pasta water and cook pasta until al dente.
- While pasta is cooking, gently sauté garlic until fragrant. Add freshly ground salt to garlic and sauté to taste.
- When pasta is ready, drain water and sift in colander. Place pasta in bowl and blend in sautéed oil and garlic, freshly ground black pepper and chopped basil.
- Finally mix in Grande Ricotta Prima Dolce®, but do not over stir – keeping the integrity of the ricotta cubes. Serve immediately. Add more fresh ground pepper to taste.
