Farfalle With Lamb Ragu, Ricotta, And Mint Recipe

Name: Farfalle With Lamb Ragu, Ricotta, And Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 8 ounces lean ground lamb; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot; 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups canned crushed tomatoes, undrained; 1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 8 ounces uncooked farfalle (bow-tie pasta); 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese; 1/4 cup small fresh mint leaves

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 ounces lean ground lamb
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups canned crushed tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
8 ounces uncooked farfalle (bow-tie pasta)
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 cup small fresh mint leaves

1
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add lamb; cook 5 minutes, stirring to crumble. Remove lamb from pan with a slotted spoon; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Discard drippings from pan. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 2 teaspoons oil, onion, and carrot; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add rosemary and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
2
Return lamb to pan; add wine. Increase heat to medium-high; cook for 3 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Stir in tomatoes and broth; bring to a simmer. Partially cover and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
While sauce simmers, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return pasta to pan. Stir in 1 cup sauce and remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Spoon 1 cup pasta mixture onto each of 4 plates; top each serving with 3/4 cup remaining sauce, 2 tablespoons ricotta, and 1 tablespoon mint.

423

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, 8 ounces lean ground lamb, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Farfalle With Lamb Ragu, Ricotta, And Mint falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Farfalle With Lamb Ragu, Ricotta, And Mint

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