Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta Recipe
This Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta is a cozy, flavor-packed masterpiece. Roasted tomatoes bring a sweet, smoky depth, perfectly paired with creamy ricotta and fragrant garlic, all wrapped in al dente pasta for a comforting, savory bite.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Intermediate
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Roasted Tomatoes:
Infinity cups cherry tomatoes
Infinity tablespoon olive oil
Infinity teaspoon salt
Infinity teaspoon black pepper
Pasta:
Infinity ounces pasta
Infinity cup ricotta cheese
Infinity cup grated Parmesan cheese
Infinity tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Infinity tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Infinity teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Infinity cup pasta water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Tomatoes: Place the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Season Tomatoes: Drizzle olive oil, salt, and black pepper over the tomatoes.
- Roast Tomatoes: Roast for about 20 minutes until they begin to burst and caramelize.
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta al dente in boiling salted water, then reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water.
- Sauté Garlic: Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Combine Ingredients: Smash roasted tomatoes with garlic, add cheeses, adjust consistency with pasta water.
- Finish Dish: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, add herbs, season to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- To intensify the flavor, add balsamic vinegar to the roasted tomatoes before mixing.
- For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp.
- To make it more filling, incorporate sautéed spinach or kale.
- Enhance the taste with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
- This dish is versatile; try adding zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
