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Bowl of creamy roasted tomato pasta topped with fresh basil and parmesan cheese

Creamy Roasted Tomato Pasta

A comforting and elegant dish featuring roasted cherry tomatoes and creamy ricotta cheese, perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 12 oz Pasta (e.g., penne or spaghetti)
  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil optional, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until soft.
  3. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Sauce
  1. In a pan, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
  2. Add roasted tomatoes to the pan and mix in ricotta cheese until creamy.
Assembly
  1. Combine pasta with the sauce and toss to thoroughly coat.
  2. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Pairs well with a light salad or garlic bread. For a richer flavor, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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