Pasta With Spinach Basil Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup shallot, minced
1 bunch fresh basil, stemmed, 4-5 c lightly packed
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 lb spinach, stemmed and washed
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/3 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Preparation

In small saucepan heat oil over medium high. Cook shallots, stirring occasionally, til soft, about 5 minute.
Meanwhile, submerge spinach and basil in a large pot of simmering salted water; drain immediately. Squeeze out as much water as possible; transfer to food processor.
Add shallots, ricotta, parmesan and nutmeg; season with salt and pepper. Process til smooth.
Cook 1 1/2 lb fettuccine til al dente, according to pkg directions. Drain, reserving 1 c pasta water. Toss pasta with spinach sauce, thinning with pasta water as needed. Serve with extra parmesan.