This is such a simple and delicious pasta, and it requires only minimal ingredients.  You can use any kind of pasta with this recipe, and cook it according to the package directions.  I used a spiral pasta, but you can use anything that you have on hand.  Using fresh basil gives it a flavorful and refreshing taste.

Method:

First, cook the pasta according to the package directions.

While the pasta is cooking, slice the tomatoes and fresh basil.  You can always add more to taste.

When the pasta is ready and drained, return it to the pan.   Measure the butter.  Melt the butter and add it to the pasta.  If the pasta and pan are still warm, you can add the butter to the pan and toss it coat.

Measure the ricotta cheese, then add it to the noodle mixture.

Add in the chopped fresh basil leaves and the freshly chopped tomatoes.

Measure the parmesan cheese, and the add that to the noddle mixture also.

Toss and serve warm. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 16 oz (1 pound) of pasta
• 4 tablespoons of butter
• 1 1/2 cups of ricotta cheese
• 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 tomatoes chopped (you can use more or less to taste)
• 1 bunch of fresh basil (at least 5-6 tablespoons chopped)

Directions:

1.  Cook the pasta according to the package directions.  Drain it and return the pasta to the pan.
2. Measure and melt butter to coat the pasta.
3. Measure the ricotta cheese and add it to the pasta
4. Slice the tomatoes and fresh basil leaves, then add them to the pasta.
5. Measure the Parmesan cheese and toss in the pasta.
6. Toss and serve warm.  Enjoy!