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Tasty Roasted Tomato & Garlic Ricotta Pasta

Tasty Roasted Tomato & Garlic Ricotta Pasta That's Pure Comfort

This Tasty Roasted Tomato & Garlic Ricotta Pasta perfectly captures the warm essence of Italian comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Substitutable with ripe grape or plum tomatoes.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Preferred for roasting.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning or fresh oregano.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste preferences.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground is recommended.
  • 8 ounces Pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli) Cook according to package instructions.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Alternatives include mascarpone or a blend of cottage cheese and cream cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works as a vegan substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Replace with other herbs like parsley or thyme.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can be substituted with vinegar.

Equipment

  • oven
  • 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 arrange them cut-side up on your baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper; toss gently.
  3. Roast the tomatoes for 20-25 minutes until they soften and blister.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, basil, and lemon juice; stir until smooth.
  6. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
  7. Smash the roasted tomatoes with a fork, mix into the pot with drained pasta.
  8. Add ricotta mixture to the pasta and tomatoes, tossing until evenly coated.
  9. Gradually add reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Serve warm, garnished with extra basil or Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 14gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or olive oil to restore texture.

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