Lemon Ricotta Pasta (One-Pot)

Name: Lemon Ricotta Pasta (One-Pot)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces dried fettuccine; 6 cups water; 3-4 cloves garlic; 3 lemons; 15 ounce ricotta cheese; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; ½ cup fresh basil leaves; salt and pepper

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
455 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian, American

Lemon Ricotta Pasta (One-Pot)

Gael Hudson

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Lemon ricotta pasta is a bright and delicious one pot wonder that's ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes. This no-drain fettuccine pasta recipe is an instant family favorite!

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Ingredients

Servings

16 ounces dried fettuccine
6 cups water
3-4 cloves garlic minced
3 lemons zested and juiced
15 ounce ricotta cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup fresh basil leaves packed
salt and pepper

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Instructions

Set a large 6-8 quart sauce pot over medium heat. Add 6 cups of water and a teaspoon of salt. Cover and bring to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, stir in the fettuccine. Make sure it is fully submerged, then cover and boil for 5-6 minutes.
Meanwhile zest and juice the lemons.
Remove the lid and test the pasta. It should be mostly cooked, but just slightly more firm than al dente, and there should still be some liquid in the bottom of the pot.
Stir in the garlic, all lemon zest, and 1/3 cup of lemon juice. Continue to simmer until the pasta is perfectly al dente, 1-3 more minutes.
Now stir in 1 cup of ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves. Once the cheese melts into the remaining pasta water and creates a creamy sauce, taste, then salt and pepper as needed. Add additional lemon juice if you so desire.
To serve, plate the pasta on a platter with the remaining ricotta cheese scooped over the top and sprinkling a fresh basil leaves. Served warm.

Notes

You can use any type of pasta you like. Adjust the cooking time as needed.
You can use any type of pasta you like. Adjust the cooking time as needed.
One-pot pasta with ricotta and lemon will keep well for up to 3 or 4 days in the refrigerator. Let the pasta cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container before placing it in the fridge.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1c Calories 455kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 107mg (36%) Sodium 234mg (10%) Potassium 302mg (9%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 541IU (11%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 261mg (26%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 455 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1c
Calories	455kcal	23%
Carbohydrates	59g	20%
Protein	21g	42%
Fat	15g	23%
Saturated Fat	8g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	4g	20%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	107mg	36%
Sodium	234mg	10%
Potassium	302mg	6%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	2g	4%
Vitamin A	541IU	11%
Vitamin C	7mg	8%
Calcium	261mg	26%
Iron	2mg	11%