EASY CACIO E PEPE PASTA FILLING RECIPE BY TASTY

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Easy Cacio E Pepe Pasta Filling Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: ricotta cheese, spinach, nutmeg, freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, kosher salt, ground black pepper, The Last Pasta Dough Recipe You'll Ever Need

Provided by Joe Sasto

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ricotta cheese
1 bag spinach, frozen, chopped, thawed and drained (16 ounce - 450 G)
1 teaspoon nutmeg, pumpkin spice seasoning
½ cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
kosher salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
The Last Pasta Dough Recipe You'll Ever Need, for assembly

Steps:

  • Add the ricotta to a strainer or wrap in cheesecloth and hang over a medium bowl. Refrigerate overnight to drain excess moisture. This step is optional, but will help you achieve an extra creamy filling.
  • In a food processor, combine the ricotta, spinach, nutmeg, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and mozzarella and blend until smooth and rich. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Use to fill your favorite pasta shapes, such as ravioli or tortellini.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 1 gram

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