The pasta with ricotta is a creamy first course of the Ragusa tradition, also known as pasta with ricotta alla ragusana or alla siciliana.
It’s simple and quick to prepare, to be enjoyed in numerous variations.
Even though ricotta is considered a low-fat cheese, it’s still a source of fats, so grated cheese, oil, and other fats like nuts should be added in moderation.
The pasta with ricotta is a one-dish meal as it combines the characteristics of a balanced meal in a single course.
It is a cherished recipe passed down from generation to generation.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 160 g pasta (or whole wheat pasta)
- ricotta (amount according to dietary plan)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch mixed peppercorns (with grinder)
Suggested Tools
- 1 Bowl
Preparation
In a large bowl, where you will later season the pasta, add:
– the ricotta;
– a pinch of salt;
– a pinch of pepper;
and coarsely mix with a fork.Bring the water for cooking the pasta to a boil.
Before adding the pasta, take a ladle of boiling water, add it – as needed – to the ricotta and mix until you get a cream of the desired consistency.Cook the pasta, rinse it under running water and drain it.
Pour the pasta into the bowl with the ricotta cream and mix to blend.
Plate.
Grind a little more pepper.Your simple ricotta pasta is ready.
Enjoy your meal!
Pour into a large bowl where you will season the pasta:
– the ricotta;
– a tablespoon of grated cheese;
– a pinch of salt;
– a pinch of pepper;
and mix until you get a smooth cream.Cook the pasta, rinse it under running water and drain it.
Pour the pasta into the bowl with the ricotta cream and mix to blend.
Plate.
Grind a little more pepper.Your simple ricotta pasta is ready.
Enjoy your meal!
Wash and dry the sage leaves.
Let them drain well, then pat them dry with paper towels.Place the sage leaves in a small non-stick pan, with the flame off, and drizzle with a bit of oil so they release their aroma.
Prepare the pasta with ricotta without adding water.
Slightly heat sage and oil without cooking it.
Plate.
Drizzle with oil and sage.
Grind a little more pepper.Your pasta with ricotta and sage is ready.
Enjoy your meal!
Variations
– pasta with ricotta and lemon zest;
– pasta with ricotta and cinnamon;
– pasta with ricotta and walnuts or pistachio granules;
– pasta with ricotta and basil pesto;
– pasta with ricotta and arugula;
– pasta with ricotta and sage.
Even though ricotta is considered a low-fat cheese, it is still a source of fats, so grated cheese, oil, and other fats like nuts should be added in moderation.
FAQ
What pasta shape for this recipe?
Any shape will do, but short pastas are more suitable.
Ricotta
From the Accu-Chek Diet Meter
average portion of 150 g of ricotta CHO 5.2 g;
– Kcal 219;
– proteins 10.5 g
– fats 13 g.
