Ricotta, Tomato & Basil Pasta

Ingredients

 ½ lb. Whole grain pasta (any shape)
 8 oz. Ricotta cheese
 1 cup spinach
 3 tbsp. Lemon juice
 2 tbsp. Olive oil
 ¼ cup parmesan cheese

Yields 2 servings

Preparation

1. Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot, add pasta.
2. While pasta cooks, combine ricotta, lemon juice, olive oil, parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper aside in a small bowl.
3. Once pasta is a minute or two shy of al dente, reserve two cups of pasta water and drain. Return pot to heat.
4. In warm pot, combine cheese mixture, spinach, and hot pasta. Mix well.
5. If pasta is dry, use reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
6. Enjoy!