Farfalle with Spinach, Garlic and Ricotta

FARFALLE W/ SPINACH, GARLIC & RICOTTA
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1 Tbs. + 1 tsp olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb fresh spinach, stemmed and coarsely chopped (about 8 cups)
salt and pepper to taste
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/3 cup 1% milk
12 oz bowtie pasta
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Add bell pepper and cook, stirring until tender -about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until tender -about 2 minutes.

3. Stir in spinach, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook, stirring until spinach has wilted. Stir in ricotta and milk and cook until the sauce is creamy and heated through (about 4 minutes).

4. Transfer spinach sauce to a large bowl. Add hot pasta and basil. Toss well to combine.

5. Spoon pasta and sauce into 4 bowls and serve immediately.

Servings: 6

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