BEET PASTA WITH RICOTTA

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Whole-grain spaghetti gets striking color from a quick toss with pureed beets. Sun-dried tomatoes lend the sauce a caramelized sweetness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound red beets, trimmed, scrubbed
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Coarse salt
1/2 cup toasted walnuts
1 tablespoon chopped sundried tomatoes
Red-pepper flakes
12 ounces farro spaghetti
1/2 cup fresh ricotta

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Drizzle beets with oil and season with salt. Wrap tightly in foil and roast until tender, 1 hour. Peel and chop once cool.
  • Pulse beets, walnuts, and tomatoes in a food processor. Season with salt and red-pepper flakes.
  • Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup water, and return to pot.
  • Toss with beet mixture, adding pasta water until creamy. Serve with ricotta, a drizzle of oil, and red-pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 g, Cholesterol 10 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 180 g

Beenish Fatima
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This recipe looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Jannat Sajal
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Beet pasta with ricotta cheese, huh? I've never heard of that before. I'm not sure if I'm brave enough to try it.


caleb james
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes. This one looks like a winner!


Zariq Awan
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I'm not sure about this one. Beets and ricotta cheese seem like an odd pairing.


Najeeb Afghan
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This sounds like a unique and delicious dish. I love the idea of using beets in pasta.


heathen
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Beet pasta with ricotta cheese - what an interesting combination! I'm definitely intrigued and will have to give this recipe a try.


Wandering Gamer
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This dish was a bit too earthy for my taste. The beets were overpowering and the ricotta cheese couldn't balance out the flavor. I might try it again with less beets or a different type of cheese.


MeAnna Sellers
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I was skeptical about trying this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The beet pasta was surprisingly delicious. The beets gave the pasta a slightly sweet and earthy flavor that paired perfectly with the creamy ricotta cheese. I'll definitely be making th


LiL wRLD
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times already and it's always a hit. The combination of beets and ricotta is simply divine. I love the vibrant color of the pasta and the creamy texture of the sauce. It's a delicious and healthy meal tha


Abraham Tumbey
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Beet pasta with ricotta cheese? I never thought I'd enjoy a dish like this, but I was proven wrong! The flavors and textures blended beautifully. The beets added a subtle sweetness and earthy flavor, while the ricotta cheese provided a creamy richnes


Jazmine Goza
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This beet pasta was a delightful surprise! The vibrant color and earthy flavor of the beets paired perfectly with the creamy ricotta cheese. The pasta was cooked al dente, providing a nice bite. Overall, a delicious and visually appealing dish that I