Make The Homemade Basil Pesto Sauce: Combine basil, ricotta, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper into a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
Cook The Pasta: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and reserve 1-2 ladle fulls of pasta water to mix with the sauce.
Combine With Pasta: Add in the cooked pasta and creamy sauce, stir until blended. Add the pasta water a little at a time until you like the consistency and taste.