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Asparagus with Basil and Ricotta

Asparagus with Basil and Ricotta is built on Ricotta Cheese Light, Parmesan Cheese, Salt, Black Pepper Freshly Ground, and Pasta Penne. Add it to your meal plan and shop the whole list in one go.

Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cup
• 2/3 cup
• 1 tsp
• 1/2 tsp
• 8 oz

Method (preview)

1. 1

   1. Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot for cooking the pasta.

2. 2

   3. Combine the two cheeses with the basil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Set the mxiture aside.

3. 3

   While preparing the sauce, cook the pasta.

4. 4

   Just before it is done, carefully remove 1/3 cup of the cooking liquid and stir it into the cheese mixture.

5. 5

   The cheese sauce should be smooth and creamy.

6. 6

   Drain the pasta, making sure that some water still clings to the noodles.

7. 7

   Toss the hot pasta with the ricotta mixture and asparagus.

8. 8

   Mix well to coat the pasta with the sauce.

9. 9

   Transfer portions to warm pasta bowls and serve immediately.