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Easy Roasted Tomato Ricotta Pasta

This easy roasted tomato ricotta pasta is a creamy, savory comfort dish perfect for dinner recipes and quick meals.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: comfort food recipes, dinner recipes, easy recipes, easy recipes for dinner, food receipt easy recipes, quick and easy recipes, recipes for dinner
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Patricia

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound short-cut pasta (like rigatoni or penne)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Red pepper flakes, optional
  • Fresh basil, for garnish
  • Crispy prosciutto, optional, for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes until they burst.
  2. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta, parmesan, garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  4. Toss the hot pasta with the roasted tomatoes, ricotta mixture, and a bit of reserved pasta water until creamy.
  5. Top with crispy prosciutto if using, and garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Feel free to swap out the ricotta for whipped feta or cottage cheese for a twist. Adjust red pepper flakes to taste if you like a bit of heat.