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Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta

Creamy Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta Bliss

Delightful Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta, a comforting and versatile dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dish
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with grape or regular tomatoes if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with avocado oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferable; garlic powder can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano or mixed Italian herbs can be used.
  • to taste Salt Enhances all other flavors.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly cracked is best, can be omitted.
  • 8 oz Pasta (e.g., spaghetti or penne) Any favorite pasta can work.
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese May substitute with mascarpone or a mix of cottage cheese and cream cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can be replaced with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Substitute with parsley if unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can replace with vinegar if lemon isn’t available.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and spread them on a baking sheet cut-side up.
  3. Drizzle tomatoes with olive oil, sprinkle with minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper, and toss.
  4. Roast the tomatoes for 20–25 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  5. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, basil, and lemon juice until creamy.
  7. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
  8. Drain pasta and return to pot; smash roasted tomatoes with a fork and add them along with their juices.
  9. Add the creamy ricotta mixture to the pasta and toss to combine; add reserved pasta water if needed.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 16gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be prepared quickly and is versatile with ingredients. Consider adding vegetables or protein based on preference and availability.

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