Name: Creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta Recipe with Tender Asparagus and Fresh Basil
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 ounces spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine pasta; 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese (240 g); Juice and zest of 1 large lemon (about 2 tablespoons juice); 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound or 450 g), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces; ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped or torn; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 g), optional; Salt to taste; Freshly cracked black pepper to taste; Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional