Casarecce with Lemon, Basil and Ricotta

Name: Casarecce with Lemon, Basil and Ricotta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 serves

San Remo is delighted to sponsor Silvia’s Italian Masterclass, hosted by the ever-talented Silvia Colloca. This week, Silvia cooks up a delicious and vibrant Casarecce with Lemon, Basil and Ricotta, highlighting the simplicity and freshness of classic Italian flavours.

prep time

5

minuti
cook time

15

minuti
serves

4

people

Ingredients

San Remo Casarecce No. 89 500g
1 bunch of basil leaves
2-3 garlic cloves
Peel of 1-2 lemons, with pith removed
300g of ricotta
Salt and pepper, for seasoning
Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Method

In a pot of boiling salted water, add pasta and cook as per packet instructions. Reserve a few tablespoons of pasta water.
Place lemon peel, basil leaves, a pinch of salt and garlic in the bowl of a food processor and whiz until a rough paste forms.
Add the ricotta and whiz until smooth, set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Transfer the pasta into the mixing bowl, and mix through, adding the pasta cooking water as needed.
Serve into bowls topped with basil leaves and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and enjoy with family and friends!