Lemon Ricotta Pasta

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.

2. Prepare the Ricotta Sauce:

   • While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

   • Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

   • Lower the heat and add the ricotta cheese to the pan, stirring to combine. Let it warm up for a couple of minutes.

3. Add Lemon:

   • Stir in the lemon zest and juice to the ricotta mixture, mixing everything together until smooth.

   • If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some of the reserved pasta cooking water to reach your desired consistency.

4. Combine Pasta and Sauce:

   • Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the ricotta mixture. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.

   • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Serve:

   • Serve the pasta warm, garnished with fresh basil or parsley, and more Parmesan if desired.