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Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta

Creamy Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta Bliss

This Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta combines caramelized tomatoes with rich ricotta for a comforting, vegetarian-friendly dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh, whole
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 8 ounces Pasta spaghetti or penne
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese or mascarpone
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves or parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or vinegar

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and scatter them on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, add garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat.
  3. Roast the tomatoes for 20-25 minutes until softened and caramelized.
  4. Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, grated Parmesan, basil, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
  6. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot over low heat.
  7. Smash the roasted tomatoes with a fork and add them to the pasta, tossing to coat.
  8. Mix in the ricotta sauce. Add reserved pasta water gradually to reach desired consistency.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm, garnished with basil and Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasonings to personal taste.

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