Cavatelli With Tomato Sauce and Ricotta Recipe

Name: Cavatelli With Tomato Sauce and Ricotta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 12 ounces cavatelli pasta; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3/4 cup torn fresh basil; 1 28 -ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
12 ounces cavatelli pasta
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 cup torn fresh basil
1 28 -ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
Freshly ground pepper

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the cavatelli and cook as the label directs.
3
Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water, then drain.
4
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5
Add the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes and cook until the garlic is soft but not browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
6
Stir in the basil and tomatoes with their juice.
7
Increase the heat to high and cook until the sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes.
8
Add the cavatelli and the reserved cooking water to the skillet; cook, tossing, until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Divide among bowls and top with the ricotta and pecorino.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Per serving: Calories 651; Fat 28 g (Saturated 10 g); Cholesterol 47 mg; Sodium 585 mg; Carbohydrate 75 g; Fiber 6 g; Protein 27 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

600

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 12 ounces cavatelli pasta, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Cavatelli With Tomato Sauce and Ricotta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cavatelli With Tomato Sauce and Ricotta

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