Sweet Tomato and Baked Ricotta Pasta Recipe

Name: Sweet Tomato and Baked Ricotta Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb piece ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; salt; black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon butter; 28 ounces cansgood quality plum tomatoes; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; ½ teaspoon sugar; 1 lb pappardelle pasta or 1 lb fettuccine pasta; 1 handful fresh basil leaf, torn; ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb piece ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt
black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
28 ounces cansgood quality plum tomatoes
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
½ teaspoon sugar
1 lb pappardelle pasta or 1 lb fettuccine pasta
1 handful fresh basil leaf, torn
⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 400F Rub the ricotta with 1 tbsp olive oil, oregano, salt and pepper.
2
Place on baking sheet and cook 20 minutes, or until firm and golden.
3
In a skillet fry the onion and garlic with the butter and remaining olive oil over medium heat for about five minutes, or until softened.
4
Add the tomatoes and simmer for about 15 minutes.
5
Break tomatoes up with a spoon.
6
Add the balsamic vinegar and sugar and stir for a few minutes.
7
Meanwhile cook the pasta according to directions on package and reserve some of the cooking water.
8
Toss the pasta with sauce and use some of the cooking water to loosen if necessary.
9
Add more salt and pepper if needed.
10
Add most of the basil and parmesan.
11
Place in a serving bowl, topping with baked ricotta and remaining basil and parmesan.

879

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb piece ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, salt, black pepper, and more.

Yes, Sweet Tomato and Baked Ricotta Pasta 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.

Sweet Tomato and Baked Ricotta Pasta

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