Boil the Pasta: Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about a cup of pasta water.
Sauté the Vegetables: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
Add Tomatoes and Spinach: Toss the halved cherry tomatoes into the skillet and cook until they start to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach and stir until wilted.
Combine with Ricotta: Lower the heat, and stir in the ricotta cheese until it creates a creamy sauce. Add lemon zest for a fresh, zesty kick.
Mix with Pasta: Add the drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce.
Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if you like.
Conclusion: Just like that mysterious loop on your shirt, this recipe brings together unexpected elements that create something entirely satisfying. Whether you’re wearing a shirt with a locker loop or enjoying this creative pasta, you’ll find that the simplest things often have the most interesting backstories—and delicious outcomes!
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