Spaghetti with Ricotta Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of Spaghetti with Ricotta Cheese Sauce—a quick and easy dinner that's both elegant and satisfying. This recipe brings velvety ricotta cheese to the forefront, blended with grated Parmesan, a hint of lemon zest, and fragrant garlic sautéed in olive oil for a harmonious balance of richness and brightness. The sauce clings to perfectly al dente spaghetti, with reserved pasta water ensuring a silky, restaurant-quality texture. Finished with fresh parsley for a pop of herbaceous freshness, this dish takes just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve with extra Parmesan for a cheesy, irresistible finish. Keywords: spaghetti with ricotta cheese sauce, creamy pasta recipe, quick weeknight dinner, easy pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 250 grams ricotta cheese
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup reserved pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden but not browned.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to create a smooth sauce.
Reduce the skillet heat to low and add the cooked spaghetti. Pour the ricotta sauce over the pasta, gently tossing to coat the spaghetti evenly.
If needed, add additional reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to warm through and cling to the pasta.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately, with extra grated Parmesan on the side for topping if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1475 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 203 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 3590 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 72.6 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1663 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 570 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
