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Penne With Lemon, Ricotta and Basil Recipe

Penne With Lemon, Ricotta and Basil Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

3/4 cup fresh ricotta cheese
zest of 1 lemon, grated
juice of 1 lemon
3 tbsp butter
1/2 lb penne
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaf, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper

Directions:

Cook the penne in a pot of salted water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain and set aside.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, and whisk in the ricotta, lemon juice and lemon zest.
Moisten with some of the reserved pasta water to make a sauce-like consistency.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Toss the pasta with a bit of olive oil. Divide among plates and top with sauce and basil.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	493.05 Kcal (2064 kJ)
Calories from fat	367.04 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	40.78g	63%
Cholesterol	92.84mg	31%
Sodium	79.84mg	3%
Potassium	102.34mg	2%
Total Carbs	14.11g	5%
Sugars	2.27g	9%
Dietary Fiber	4.54g	18%
Protein	14.9g	30%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	7%
Calcium	196.3mg	20%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	210.66 Kcal (882 kJ)
Calories from fat	156.82 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	17.42g	63%
Cholesterol	39.67mg	31%
Sodium	34.11mg	3%
Potassium	43.73mg	2%
Total Carbs	6.03g	5%
Sugars	0.97g	9%
Dietary Fiber	1.94g	18%
Protein	6.37g	30%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	7%
Calcium	83.9mg	20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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