Easy Herb Ricotta Fettuccine

Sent in by:  Emma (California)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Pinch red pepper flakes
• 1/2 pound fresh fettuccine

Directions:

1. Place ricotta, olive oil, herbs, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a food processor and blend until pureed and herbs are finely chopped. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Scoop sauce into a large serving bowl.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fresh pasta about 3 minutes (or according to package instructions) until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup starchy pasta water for thinning the sauce.
3. Add pasta to the serving bowl with the ricotta sauce. Toss to combine, adding a little bit of starchy pasta water to thin to desired consistency. Serve immediately.