Insalata Di Pasta Aglio (Garlic Pasta Salad)

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   Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.

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   Add the pasta and cook until al dente (depending 7-10 minutes).

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   Drain the pasta.

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   Return the drained pasta to the warm pot.

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   Reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta cooking water when you drain the pasta.

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   While the pasta is cooking, add the minced garlic to a medium bowl along with the ricotta cheese, a healthy dose of freshly cracked black pepper and about 1/2 tsp of salt.

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   Mix well.

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   Set aside.

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   Once you have drained the pasta, add the saved hot pasta cooking water to the cheese mixture.

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    Stir until it forms a smooth sauce.

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    Add the fresh baby spinach to the pasta and pour the ricotta sauce over top.

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    Add the cherry tomatoes to the pot as well.

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    Stir until everything is well mixed.

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    Add in the parmesan cheese and stir again.

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    Taste and add salt and pepper to taste.

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    Serve warm!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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