Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta for Comforting Nights

Cozy Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta delivers comfort and flavor, perfect for busy weeknights. It's vegetarian-friendly and super easy to prepare.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

2 cups Tomatoes Fresh, ripe tomatoes for best flavor.
4 cloves Garlic Minced, sautéed until fragrant.
1 cup Ricotta Cheese For a creamier twist, substitute with mascarpone.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for roasting and sautéing.

For the Pasta

8 ounces Pasta Cook al dente.
to taste Salt Vital for seasoning.
to taste Pepper Vital for seasoning.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
large pot
pan
Blender

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
On a baking sheet, toss fresh tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for about 25 minutes.
Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions for about 8-10 minutes.
In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
Blend roasted tomatoes, sautéed garlic, and ricotta cheese until smooth, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
Combine cooked pasta and sauce over medium heat, tossing until the pasta is thoroughly coated.
Serve garnished with cracked pepper and optional basil or Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.

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