Description
A creamy and vibrant pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes, spinach, and ricotta cheese, bursting with the flavors of basil—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne or your choice)
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add tomatoes and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts.
- Stir in ricotta cheese, basil, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked pasta and toss until well combined.
- Serve hot with extra basil for garnish.
Notes
For added flavor, consider sprinkling with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes