Directions
Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente, then set aside. In a bowl, whisk together pesto, ricotta, salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and basil. Add cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated. Top with grated parmesan and serve warm. Serves 4.
Pesto Ricotta Pasta
Prep: 5 min Cook: 12 min Servings: 4
This creamy pesto ricotta pasta combines the rich, herby flavors of pesto with smooth ricotta for a light yet indulgent dish. Fresh basil, lemon, and parmesan add brightness, making it a perfect quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Anna Fusilli
- 1 jar Cento Basil Pesto Sauce (6.52 oz)
- 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, torn
- 1 Lemon, zested
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 tsp Cento Fine Sicilian Sea Salt
- 1/2 tsp Cento Ground Black Pepper
Directions
- Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente, then set aside. In a bowl, whisk together pesto, ricotta, salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and basil. Add cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated. Top with grated parmesan and serve warm. Serves 4.
