Farfalle with Ricotta and Peas
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
613 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian
Farfalle with Ricotta and Peas
Description
This Farfalle with Ricotta and Peas recipe features farfalle pasta cooked al dente with frozen peas added towards the end to keep their vibrant color and texture. The pasta is then tossed while hot with a mixture of ricotta cheese, eggs, grated Parmigiano Reggiano, and black pepper, creating a creamy, slightly cheesy sauce without cream. The eggs help bind the mixture into a smooth coating for each piece of pasta. The peas offer a subtle sweetness and pop that balances the richness of the cheeses. It's finished simply with a sprinkle of extra Parmigiano for added flavor intensity.
The dish's smooth and tender texture and mild but layered flavor profile suit a comforting yet light meal. It works well as a main course for lunch or dinner, especially when you want something creamy without heaviness. Adding salt is recommended after tasting, as the cheese already provides some saltiness. The integration of eggs and cheese without additional sauces emphasizes the freshness of the ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese whole milk
- 2 egg
- 1 pound farfalle pasta
- 1 cup pea frozen
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 5 tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
- salt
Instructions
- In a large salted pan of boiling water add the frozen peas and bring back to a boil again. Add the pasta and cook to al dente according to the package instructions.
- In a large bowl mix together: eggs, ricotta cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, and pepper until a nice cream is formed. Taste and add salt if need be.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the cheese -egg mixture. Mix well and serve hot with extra Parmigiano cheese grated over.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 613 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 613kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 92g | 31% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 192mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 436mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 719IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 247mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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