Pasta with Ricotta-Walnut Sauce |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
8 ounces pasta (preferably vermicelli) |
1/2 cup ricotta cheese |
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated |
1/2 cup plain yogurt |
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped |
1 tablespoon margarine, softened |
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped |
2 cloves garlic, minced |
1/2 teaspoon black pepper |
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (about 2 oz) |
Directions:
1. GARNISH: cherry tomatoes or broccoli florets, more grated Parmesan cheese, and sprinkling of freshly ground black pepper, optional.
2. Boil a large pot of water; cook pasta until al dente.
3. While pasta is cooking, in bowl of food processor, place ricotta, yogurt, margarine, garlic, walnuts, and chhese; process till smooth.
4. Stir in remaining ingredients.
5. When pasta is done, drain well.
6. Toss with sauce.
7. Top with garnishes and serve immediately.
8. VARIATIONS: - when sauce is tossed with pasta, add steamed vegetables such
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