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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For the Sauce
Method
Preparing the Filling
- 1
- 2
Mix the Filling
In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, sautéed spinach, grated parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Making the Pasta
- 3
Prepare the Dough
If using store-bought pasta dough, roll it out thinly. If making from scratch, combine flour and eggs until a dough forms. Knead until smooth and roll out into thin sheets.
- 4
Form the Pasticcare
Cut pasta sheets into squares (about 5x5 cm). Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each square. Fold the pasta over to form a triangle and seal the edges with a fork.
Cooking the Sauce
- 5
- 6
Add Basil
Tear the basil leaves and add to the sauce. Stir well and let it cook for another 2 minutes.
Cooking the Pasticcare
- 7
Boil the Pasticcare
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently add the pasticcare and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the surface.
- 8
Serve
Drain the pasticcare and serve hot with the basil tomato sauce on top. Garnish with additional grated parmesan if desired.
