Cheese and Fine Herbs Fettucini
From: Margot, Loretteville, Quebec, Canada
Servings: 6
IngredientsPreparation
  • 1 pound [454 g] fettucini
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup [60 mL] freshly chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup [60 g] butter, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon [15 mL] dry tarragon
  • 3/4 teaspoon [3.75 mL] grated lemon rind
  • 1 cup [250 mL] Ricotta cheese, partly skimmed
  • 1/2 teaspoon [2.5 mL] salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon [2.5 mL] black pepper
  • In a large pot of boiling water, cook pasta 8 to 10 minutes or until they are 'al dente'.
  • Drain, reserving 1/3 cup [80 mL] of the liquid.
  • Place noodles back in pot.
  • Meanwhile, using a culinary robot or mixer, mix together green onions, parlsey, butter, tarragon, lemon zest, ricotta cheese, salt and pepper until preparation is smooth.
  • Into a large bowl, mix together reserved liquid and cheese preparation.
  • Add pasta and stir to coat well.
  • Serve immediately.