🍋 Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach 🍝  
🥗 A deliciously creamy dish that brings the family together for a healthy, tasty meal!  

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️  
- 1 cup (9 oz / 250 grams) whole-milk ricotta  
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling  
- 8 oz (230 grams) fresh baby spinach, washed  
- 1/2 lb (8 oz / 220 grams) pasta of choice (spaghetti, linguine, penne, fusilli…)  
- Zest and juice of 1 unwaxed lemon  
- 1/3 cup (35 grams) grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving  
- 1 garlic clove, grated or pressed  
- Salt and black pepper, to taste  
- 3 lemon wedges, for serving (optional)  

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳  
1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.  
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, olive oil, Parmesan, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season this mixture with 1/4 tsp salt and a pinch of pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.  
3. When the pasta is almost finished cooking, reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water, then add the spinach to the pot. Stir the spinach into the water for about a minute until wilted.  
4. Drain the pasta and spinach, then return them to the pot. Stir in the ricotta sauce and some of the reserved cooking water until the pasta is evenly coated. Add more cooking water as needed for a smooth and creamy texture.  
5. Serve the pasta immediately, topped with extra grated or shaved Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, and lemon wedges if desired. For an extra kick, sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Enjoy!  

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎  
Approximate per serving:  
- Calories: 450  
- Carbohydrates: 60g  
- Protein: 18g  
- Fat: 16g  
- Fiber: 4g  
(Values may vary based on specific ingredients used.)  

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡  
- For a heartier meal, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp.  
- Fresh herbs like basil or parsley can provide an extra burst of flavor!  
- This dish is best served fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.  

⏳ Preparation time 🍰  
Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Serving: 4