Pastina with Ricotta
Creamy, comforting, and delightfully simple, Pastina with Ricotta is a quintessential dish that delivers big flavor in minutes. Made with delicate pastina pasta, velvety ricotta cheese, and rich Parmesan, this recipe transforms humble ingredients into a luxurious bowl of indulgence. Finished with a touch of butter and a hint of black pepper, its creamy texture and subtle, nutty flavors are guaranteed to soothe the soul. Perfect for busy weeknights or a quick lunch, this 15-minute recipe is as easy as boiling water yet sophisticated enough for any table. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbal brightness or enjoy it as is—pure, cheesy perfection.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pastina pasta
- 3 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot over high heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Step 2
Once the water is boiling, add 1 cup of pastina pasta and stir to prevent sticking.
Step 3
Cook the pastina for 5-7 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Drain the pastina, reserving about 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
Step 5
Return the drained pastina to the pot and reduce the heat to low.
Step 6
Stir in 1/2 cup of ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Step 7
If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is achieved.
Step 8
Season with 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, adding more salt to taste if needed.
Step 9
Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1096.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1122.3 |
| Total Fat 30.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 116.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1509.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 175.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.8g | |
| Protein 45.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 710.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 415.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories