Description
Indulge in the warmth of Tomato Ricotta Pasta, where perfectly cooked pasta meets a rich tomato sauce and creamy ricotta. This dish is an effortless fusion of flavors that will envelop your senses and elevate any meal, whether for a cozy weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends. With its vibrant ingredients and comforting texture, each bite promises satisfaction and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and dicing the fresh tomatoes and mincing the garlic.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until soft and juicy.
- Reduce heat, stir in ricotta cheese, adding reserved pasta water gradually for desired consistency.
- Toss drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce until well coated.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg