Description
Indulge in the Amazing Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta Delight, a dish that perfectly marries comfort with sophistication. Bursting with vibrant flavors from roasted cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and creamy ricotta, this pasta is not only visually stunning but also a true celebration of Italian cuisine. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe brings warmth and joy to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (227g) pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 2 cups (300g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, peeled
- 1 cup (240g) ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup (10g) fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Place on a lined baking sheet.
- Scatter peeled garlic cloves among the tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes are caramelized and garlic is fragrant.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted tomatoes, garlic, cooked pasta, ricotta cheese, and reserved pasta water as needed for desired creaminess.
- Toss with fresh basil and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg