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Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta

Heavenly Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta Recipe

Enjoy the warmth of Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta, an easy and comforting dinner that pleases everyone.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 450 g ripe medium vine tomatoes These can be substituted with cherry tomatoes.
  • 1 small whole garlic head Or 4 large unpeeled garlic cloves.
  • 30 ml olive oil Enhances flavor and helps roast the vegetables.
  • salt Adjust to taste.
  • pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Pasta
  • 225 g pasta Any type such as spaghetti or fettuccine.
  • 1/2 tsp chilli flakes Optional for heat.
For the Creaminess
  • 120 g ricotta cheese Can substitute with goat cheese or dairy-free alternatives.
For the Finish
  • fresh basil leaves For garnish.
  • grated parmesan cheese For serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Blender
  • large pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Halve the ripe medium vine tomatoes and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper. Nestle the unpeeled garlic head among the tomatoes and roast for 20 minutes. Cover with foil and roast for an additional 10 minutes until the tomatoes blister and the garlic softens.
  2. While the tomatoes and garlic are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 225 g of pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 240 ml (1 cup) of the cooking water just before draining the pasta. Drain and set aside.
  3. Once the roasted vegetables are ready, squeeze the soft garlic cloves from their skins into a blender. Add the roasted tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, ricotta cheese, and 100 ml of the reserved pasta water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the freshly cooked pasta with the blended sauce. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add more reserved pasta water.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Serve in warm bowls, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use quality ingredients and adjust the consistency of the sauce to your preference.

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