Creamy Roasted Tomato and Garlic Pasta Sauce
A comforting and creamy pasta sauce made with roasted tomatoes and garlic, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups sweet tomatoes (grape or cherry)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic unpeeled
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese for creaminess
- 8 ounces pasta any shape, spaghetti or penne recommended
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for roasting
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Optional garnishes
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a baking sheet, arrange the tomatoes and unpeeled garlic cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, tossing to coat.
Roasting
- Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and caramelized.
Blending
- Transfer the roasted tomatoes and garlic to a blender. Add ricotta cheese and blend until smooth, adding a splash of pasta water for creaminess if needed.
Cooking Pasta
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
Combining
- Add the drained pasta to the blended sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
Serving
- Serve immediately, garnishing with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Roast tomatoes longer for deeper caramelization. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
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