Thursday, March 05, 2026

El Pastificio de Nicola: Spinach and Ricotta Rotolo | Traditional Italian Pasta Roll — Arrollado de espinaca

Oct 31, 2025 | The rotolo is a traditional Italian pasta roll filled with spinach, ricotta, and cheese —a humble yet elegant dish that once graced many family tables across Northern Italy.

It’s made with a thin sheet of fresh pasta, rolled around a creamy spinach and ricotta filling, wrapped in cloth, and gently simmered until tender.

Served with melted butter and fresh sage, it’s a dish that brings together simplicity, comfort, and the timeless flavors of Italian home cooking.



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