Step 1

Ignite the fire and bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. When the water has reached a rolling boil, season with salt until it tastes like a seasoned soup, then add the pasta.

Step 2

Cook pasta until al dente (nearly cooked through, with a small amount of white in the middle and some bite to it).

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, combine the ricotta and enough pasta water in a large bowl and mix to form a sauce the consistency of yogurt.

Step 4

Stir in the lemon juice, a heavy pinch of salt and a grind of pepper. Fold in the cooked pasta.

Step 5

Garnish with lemon zest and serve.