Lemon Ricotta Orzo with Peas and Basil

Ingredients

• 160 gOrzo
• 200 gPea
• 200 gRicotta
• 30 gParmesan
• 1 pcsLemon
• 20 gBasil
• 1 cloveGarlic
• 15 gOlive oil
• 4 gSalt
• 1 gPepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare ingredients

   • Wash the lemon and finely zest it
   • Juice the lemon
   • Wash basil and roughly tear
   • Peel and finely grate garlic
   • Finely grate Parmesan
2. 2

   Cook the orzo

   • Bring water to a boil
   • Salt generously
   • Cook orzo until al dente
   • Scoop out a little cooking water
   • Drain the orzo
3. 3

   Warm the peas

   • Heat olive oil in a pan
   • Briefly sauté garlic
   • Add peas and warm through
   • Season with pepper
4. 4

   Mix creamy sauce

   • Add ricotta to a bowl
   • Stir in lemon zest and juice
   • Stir in Parmesan
   • Loosen with a little cooking water until smooth
5. 5

   Combine and finish

   • Add orzo to the pan
   • Fold in the ricotta-lemon sauce
   • Let it turn creamy over low heat
   • Fold in basil
   • Taste and serve