Dinner: Penne with Garlicky Shrimp, Ricotta, and Tomatoes

Recipe by Lindsay Funston Ricotta and pasta water join forces to give this simple summer pasta an amazingly creamy sauce.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Basil

Health benefits of Penne with Garlicky Shrimp, Ricotta, and Tomatoes

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

kosher salt
3/4 lb. penne
2 tbsp. butter
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 c. ricotta
2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions, about 8 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain, then return penne to pot.
Meanwhile, heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add shrimp and cook until opaque, 4 to 6 minutes more.
Add shrimp, ricotta, tomatoes, and 1/2 cup cooking water to pot and stir until combined. Add more pasta water to loosen up the sauce.
Divide among four bowls and garnish with basil.

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