**Pappardelle with Greens and Ricotta: A Symphony of Flavors**
Pappardelle with Greens and Ricotta is a delectable pasta dish that blends the earthy flavors of sautéed greens with the creamy richness of ricotta cheese. The wide, flat noodles of pappardelle provide a perfect canvas for the vibrant greens, while the ricotta adds a luxurious creaminess that balances the dish's savory notes. This recipe also includes variations such as Pappardelle with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage, a hearty and flavorful combination of broccoli rabe, sausage, and ricotta, and Pappardelle with Nettles and Pecorino, a unique and aromatic dish featuring wild nettles, pecorino cheese, and toasted walnuts. Each recipe offers a distinct taste experience, making this article a comprehensive guide to exploring the versatility of pappardelle with greens and ricotta.
PAPPARDELLE WITH PANCETTA AND PEAS
The very notion of buttery noodles and fresh sweet peas is enough to make anyone swoon. As a meal, it is the essence of simplicity. But no one will complain if there is also a whisper of new green garlic, a dab of herby pesto and a dollop of ricotta. Oh, and a touch of lemon zest. Add tender mustard greens and a few bites of pancetta or bacon to round it all out.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set a small saucepan of water over high heat and bring to a boil. Add pancetta and cook for 1 minute, then drain and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil on the back burner, for cooking the pasta.
- Meanwhile, put basil, parsley and mint in a mortar or mini food processor and mash to a coarse paste with about 1/4 cup oil. Set aside.
- Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add green garlic and peas, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Allow garlic and peas to sizzle without browning for about 1 minute. Add reserved pancetta and 1/2 cup water, and bring to a simmer for 1 minute more. Stir in mustard greens to wilt slightly, then add herb paste, ricotta and lemon zest. Turn off the heat
- Cook the pasta at a brisk simmer until al dente. Drain and toss gently with ingredients in skillet. Taste and adjust seasoning. Transfer to a warm platter or individual dishes and serve immediately. Pass grated cheese at the table.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 869, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 112 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 968 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PAPPARDELLE WITH GREENS AND RICOTTA
This is the kind of pasta dish you could make for a dinner party when you have little time to prepare food in advance. Seek out fresh ricotta at Italian markets for best results.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, one pot, pastas, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield Serves four
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. When the water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the greens (you may have to do this in two batches). After the water returns to a boil, boil two to four minutes until the greens are tender. Using a deep-fry skimmer or slotted spoon, transfer them to the ice water. Do not drain the hot water in the pot, as you'll use it to cook the pasta. Drain the greens, squeeze dry and chop.
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy nonstick skillet. Add the garlic, cook for about a minute just until fragrant, and stir in the greens. Toss in the hot pan for about a minute, just until the greens are lightly coated with oil and fragrant with garlic. Season with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat.
- Place the ricotta in a large pasta bowl. Bring the water for the pasta back to a boil, and add the pappardelle. Cook al dente. Ladle 1/2 cup of the cooking water from the pasta into the ricotta and stir together. Drain the pasta, and toss with the ricotta, greens and cheeses. Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 552, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 629 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
PASTA WITH TOMATOES, GREENS AND RICOTTA
A ragout is the perfect vehicle for sturdy greens, which stand up to gentle simmering and sweeten as they cook. I usually take a simple Mediterranean approach and simmer the greens with olive oil, tomatoes, onions and garlic. The result is a savory ragout that begs to be tossed with pasta.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories pastas, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the pasta.
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a wide, heavy skillet and add onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper flakes or serrano. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute, and add tomatoes and thyme. Add salt to taste and a pinch of sugar. Cook tomatoes over medium heat, stirring often, until they have cooked down to a fragrant purée, about 10 minutes.
- Add chopped broccoli leaves or collards, which should still have some water on them from washing. Add salt to taste. Stir greens and tomatoes until greens have collapsed, then turn heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes. Cover and simmer another 5 minutes. Add pepper, taste and adjust seasoning.
- Meanwhile, when pasta water comes to a boil, salt generously and add pasta. Cook until al dente, usually 10 to 11 minutes. Have ricotta in a small bowl near pasta pot.
- Stir 1/4 cup pasta water into ricotta and stir mixture into vegetables. Reserve about 1/4 cup pasta water. Drain pasta and toss with vegetable and ricotta mixture; add reserved water if desired. Add parsley, toss again and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 483, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 76 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 739 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
PAPPARDELLE WITH BABY SPINACH, HERBS, AND RICOTTA RECIPE
Provided by Kplmrm
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta with 1 tablespoon kosher salt according to package directions, omitting additional fat. Drain in a colander over a bowl, and reserve 1 cup cooking liquid. 2. Combine 1/2 cup reserved hot cooking liquid and ricotta cheese in a food processor or blender, and process until well blended. 3. Combine hot pasta, cheese mixture, spinach, and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; toss gently to coat. Add additional cooking liquid to moisten, if needed.
PAPPARDELLE WITH BEEF SUGO AND RICOTTA
Steps:
- To reconstitute the porcini, put the mushrooms in a bowl and pour hot water over them to cover, about 2 cups. Soak until the mushrooms soften, 30 minutes. Carefully lift the mushrooms out of the liquid with a fork, so as not to disturb the sediment settling at the bottom. Coarsely chop the mushrooms; you should have about 3/4 cup. Strain the porcini soaking water into a measuring cup through a coffee filter or a double layer of paper towels; you should have 1 1/2 cups.
- Put a large skillet over medium heat and coat with 2 tablespoons of the oil. When the oil is shimmering, add the onion. Cook, stirring, until the onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Toss in half of the garlic, all of the thyme and rosemary, and season with salt and pepper. Add the chopped porcini, the tomatoes, and the short ribs. Stir everything together and cook for about 5 minutes. Pour in the wine and continue to cook until the liquid has evaporated, roughly 10 minutes. Pour in the broth and reserved porcini water. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. You should have about 6 cups of sauce.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pappardelle, give it a good stir, and cook until tender but still firm to the bite (al dente), 8 to 10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the escarole. Put a skillet over medium heat and coat with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. When the oil is shimmering, add the remaining garlic and stir until golden, only about 30 seconds. Add the escarole, stirring to coat with oil, and raise the heat to high. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the escarole is wilted and most of its liquid has evaporated, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add half of the sugo to the escarole and stir to combine. (Let the remaining sauce cool, then cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.)
- To serve, drain the pasta and put it back in the pot. Add the escarole and sauce, along with the butter and Parmesan, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. Divide among 4 plates. Top each with a spoonful of ricotta and shower with chopped parsley. Pass more grated cheese at the table.
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal greens. This will give your dish the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the greens. They should be tender but still have a bit of a bite to them.
- Use a good quality ricotta cheese. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the dish.
- Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to your liking.
- Serve immediately. This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the pan.
Conclusion:
Pappardelle with Greens and Ricotta is a delicious and versatile pasta dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The combination of fresh greens, creamy ricotta, and savory pancetta is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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