~ easy spinach & ricotta pasta ~

Somewhere, PA
Updated on Aug 27, 2015

So easy and delicious! I make this when in a hurry! The time it takes to boil your pasta, the rest is ready. Twenty minutes tops, you have a wonderful dish! My family loves it. Enjoy!

prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces tri color pasta - shape your choice - or any pasta for that matter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chunky garlic paste - or 2 cloves, minced
  • 10 ounces fresh baby spinach, chopped - i buy it and freeze it, easier to chop when froze
  • 1 1/4 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons fresh shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt - & fresh cracked black pepper to taste

How To Make ~ easy spinach & ricotta pasta ~

  • Step 1
    Cook your pasta according to directions. Drain. While pasta cooks, prepare sauce.
  • Step 2
    In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil, when hot add the spinach, garlic, pepper flakes - salt & pepper. Cook and stir for for about 5 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Stir in the broth and ricotta cheese and 2 Tablespoons of Parmesan cheese. Heat through.
  • Step 4
    Now, stir in the pasta and toss to coat with sauce. Season more with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with additional Parmesan cheese.

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Category: Pasta
Category: Pasta Sides
Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Stove Top

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