Ingredients for - Whipped Ricotta Pasta
How to cook deliciously - Whipped Ricotta Pasta
1. Stage
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 2 to 3 minutes less than package instructions. Reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta water and drain pasta.
2. Stage
Meanwhile, in a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat, heat tomato oil. Cook sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and red pepper, stirring frequently, until garlic is fragrant and light golden, about 3 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and very gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and flavors have melded, about 15 minutes.
3. Stage
Meanwhile, in a food processor or blender, combine ricotta, lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. With the motor running, drizzle in olive oil and process on high speed until ricotta is smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
4. Stage
Add pasta plus 1 cup reserved pasta water to skillet. Increase heat to medium high, add spinach, and cook, stirring and adding more pasta water if needed, until pasta is coated in sauce and spinach is just wilted.
5. Stage
Spoon some ricotta mixture into bottom of bowls or a serving bowl. Top with pasta and dollop with more ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
