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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the casarecce pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Mix in Pasta
Add the cooked casarecce pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Add Ricotta and Season
Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the smoked ricotta cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Garnish and Serve
Top with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your casarecce with blue crab and smoked ricotta!