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Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Lemon Ricotta Pasta

A quick and delightful pasta dish that combines creamy ricotta cheese with bright lemon flavors. With just four simple ingredients, this oven-baked meal is perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz pasta (your choice)
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 unit lemon (zested and juiced)
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh basil or parsley Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the ricotta mixture and mix until well combined.
  5. Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and slightly golden on top.
  2. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve.

Notes

This dish pairs well with a side salad and a light white wine. For extra flavor, you can add garlic or Parmesan cheese to the ricotta mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through.