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Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta

Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta That's Pure Comfort

This Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta is a comforting 30-minute meal that delights the senses with flavorful roasted tomatoes and creamy ricotta.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Pasta (spaghetti/penne/rigatoni)
For the Roasted Tomatoes
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Roast the tomatoes for about 20–25 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  4. While the tomatoes roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions (9–11 minutes) until al dente.
  5. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, basil, and lemon juice. Mix until creamy and well blended.
  6. Reserve ½ cup of starchy pasta water before draining. Return the drained pasta to the pot and fold in the roasted tomatoes with their juices.
  7. Incorporate the ricotta sauce into the pasta mixture and gradually add reserved pasta water until reaching desired consistency.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  9. Plate and garnish with extra basil or Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized for dietary needs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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