Penne With Ricotta, Parmesan, and Mint |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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In' The Complete Italian Vegetarian' Ingredients:
3/4 cup ricotta cheese, preferably homestyle |
1/4 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese |
2 tablespoons unsalted butter |
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint leaves |
salt |
fresh ground black pepper |
1 lb penne |
Directions:
1. Bring 4 quarts water to a boil in a large pot for cooking the pasta.
2. Place the ricotta, Parmigiano-Reggiano, butter, mint, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste in a bowl large enough to hold the penne when cooked.
3. Stir to combine.
4. When the water comes to a boil, add salt to taste and the penne.
5. When the penne is nearly finished cooking, remove 1/4 cup hot water from the pot and stir it into the bowl with the cheese mixture; adjust seasonings.
6. Continue cooking the penne until al dente; drain.
7. Toss penne with the cheese sauce and mix well.
8. Divide the pasta among individual bowls and serve immediately.
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