Spinach & Ricotta Pasta w/ Lemon & Herb

A bright, yet savory pasta - perfect for any day of the week!

This dish is a creamy and flavorful pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The spinach and ricotta provide a rich and satisfying flavor, while the lemon and herbs add a bright and refreshing touch. This dish is also very easy to make, which makes it a great option for busy weeknights. It's nothing too complicated- and it's simplicity is what makes it amazing and why I won't have to go on talking about how great it is to cook. This was a "If it feels good, cook it" moment!

Ingredients:

• 1 pound dried pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup heavy cream  
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.  
3. Add the spinach and cook for 2 minutes more.  
4. Stir in the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
7. Stir in the basil and parsley.
8. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 1000mg

This Creamy Spinach and Ricotta Pasta with Lemon and Herbs is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The spinach and ricotta provide a rich and satisfying flavor, while the lemon and herbs add a bright and refreshing touch. This dish is also very versatile and can be customized to your liking. For example, you could add grilled chicken or shrimp to the pasta for a more substantial meal.