Tomato Ricotta Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food for All Occasions
A creamy and delicious tomato ricotta pasta dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
- Stir in the ricotta cheese and mix until combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix well.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a more flavor, add a dash of balsamic vinegar.
- Substitute spinach or kale for added nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Tomato Ricotta Pasta, Comfort Food, Pasta Recipes