Description
Savor the delightful flavors of Tomato Ricotta Pasta, a creamy and comforting dish perfect for any occasion. With its rich blend of tangy tomatoes and smooth ricotta cheese, this pasta recipe is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy dinner at home or hosting friends, this easy-to-make meal will impress everyone at the table. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Enjoy this elegant vegetarian dish that promises to leave you craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your choice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (400 g) crushed tomatoes
- 200 g ricotta cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and reserve a small amount of pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes to the skillet, simmer for about 10 minutes, then stir in salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Lower the heat and mix in ricotta until creamy. Adjust with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss drained pasta into the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan and fresh basil.
- 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: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg