Orecchiette with Corn, Tomatoes, and Basil Ricotta

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This summery pasta recipe combines in-season corn and tomatoes but the addition of the ricotta dollops realllyyyyy takes it to the next level. It’s a super quick, super tasty, and your next favorite summer indulgence.

And if you look really hard, you can see my reflection in the spoon- call it my modeling debut.

Orecchiette with Corn, Tomatoes, and Basil Ricotta

This summery pasta recipe combines in-season corn and tomatoes but the addition of the ricotta dollops realllyyyyy takes it to the next level.… Dinner Pasta European Print This
Serves: 4 Prep Time: Cooking Time:
Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat
Rating: 5.0/5
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Ingredients

  • - 6 ears of corn
  • - 1 jalapeno, minced with seeds removed.
  • - 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • - 2 tbsp. butter
  • - 1 1/2 c. diced tomatoes (about 2 medium-sized tomatoes)
  • - 1 c. chicken broth
  • - 1 cube or tbsp chicken bouillon
  • - 1 lb Orecchiette pasta
  • - 1 c. ricotta (fresh if you can find it)
  • - 1 1/2 tbsp chopped basil
  • - S&P

Instructions

  • Cut the kernels off of each ear of corn. On medium heat, add the two tablespoons of butter and when melted, the minced jalapeno and garlic. Sautee 2-3 minutes until fragrant and soft. Add corn and sautee until corn is cooked through and starting to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they begin to break down, about 5 minutes. Add the broth and bouillon, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low.
  • Cook orecchiette according to package directions. Save 1 cup pasta water
  • While pasta is cooking, add the chopped basil to the ricotta, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine cooked pasta with the corn and tomato sauce, and add pasta water slowly until desired sauce consistency has been achieved. Dollop with ricotta.
  • FEAST!

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