Description
Tomato Ricotta Pasta is a quick and delightful dish that brings the taste of Italy to your table. Creamy ricotta cheese melds beautifully with ripe, juicy tomatoes, creating a comforting sauce that clings to perfectly cooked pasta. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes and is sure to impress family and friends alike. Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant, flavor-packed dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain, reserving some cooking water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and cook until they soften and juices are released (about 5 minutes).
- Lower the heat and stir in the ricotta cheese until well combined with the tomatoes, warming gently.
- Toss in the cooked pasta along with reserved cooking water as needed for creaminess. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with torn basil leaves and freshly grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg