Next Generation Life Fitness

Orecchiette with Ricotta and Spinach

Preptime: 10 min.
Cooktime: 15 min.

Calories: 282
Carbs: 45g
Fat: 7g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 13g
Satfat: 2g
Sodium: 281mg

Ingredients:
1 pound orecchiette pasta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
4 cups spinach leaves
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup part skim ricotta cheese

Directions:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the pasta in it and cook for 12 to 14 minutes, until al dente.

2. Meanwhile heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Add the spinach, salt, pepper and nutmeg and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the spinach begins to wilt. Remove from heat and place the spinach mixture in a large bowl with the ricotta cheese.

3. Drain the pasta and immediately toss it with the spinach and ricotta.