Dessert Person

Pasta Primvera (15x46)

Air date: May 29, 2025

Claire Saffitz is back with a perfect spring recipe: homemade cavatelli pasta tossed with blanched asparagus, fresh herbs, lemon, and parmesan in a vibrant Pasta Primavera. This fresh, seasonal dish highlights how simple ingredients can become something special when made from scratch. In this episode of Dessert Person, Claire shows how to make homemade ricotta cavatelli using just ricotta, flour, and eggs - no pasta machine required. Paired with spring vegetables like asparagus, chopped leeks, and bright herbs like parsley, chives, and basil, this pasta primavera is light, flavorful, and easy to make at home. Whether you’re craving a vegetarian pasta dish or looking to master your pasta dough skills, this recipe hits all the right notes for spring cooking.