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Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta

Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta: Comfort in Every Bite

Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta is a comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delicious experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 250 g Pasta Choose any shape you love; whole wheat or gluten-free works beautifully.
For the Roasting
  • Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with grape tomatoes for a different flavor.
  • Garlic Bulb Essential for a mellow, deep flavor when roasted.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Swap for avocado oil if desired.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to your preference.
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper Feel free to increase for a spicier kick.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 200 g Ricotta Cheese Opt for part-skim for a lighter version if you'd like.
For the Garnish
  • Fresh Basil Leaves Substitute with parsley or arugula when basil isn’t available.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and prepare a baking tray with cherry tomatoes and sliced garlic bulb.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over tomatoes and garlic, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat.
  3. Roast the tomatoes and garlic for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes burst and garlic is golden and soft.
  4. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions; reserve a cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
  5. Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into a bowl and mash until smooth.
  6. Mix ricotta cheese with mashed garlic, adding reserved pasta water for a creamy consistency.
  7. Add cooked pasta to the ricotta and garlic mixture, fold gently to coat pasta evenly, then add roasted tomatoes and juices.
  8. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water and season to taste; serve garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze without basil for up to 2 months. Reheat gently with water to maintain creaminess.

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