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Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta

Creamy Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta Delight

A creamy and luscious Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta that's comforting and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Pasta (spaghetti or penne)
For the Roasted Tomatoes
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Can substitute with grape tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Any cooking oil can work but olive oil is preferred
  • 4 cloves Garlic, Minced Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust based on dietary needs
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Can substitute with white pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Mascarpone or cottage cheese can work
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Use vegan cheese for dairy-free version
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Can substitute with oregano or parsley
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Vinegar can work as a substitute

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and arrange them cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the tomatoes, then sprinkle with garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Roast the tomatoes for 20-25 minutes until soft and caramelized.
Cooking Pasta
  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, basil, and lemon juice; blend until smooth.
Combining
  1. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
  2. Add roasted tomatoes to the pasta, then mix in the ricotta mixture, adjusting with pasta water as needed.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
  4. Serve warm, garnished with extra basil or Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pasta should be cooked al dente, and pasta water is key for sauce consistency.

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