Description
A delightful pasta dish combining fresh tomatoes and creamy ricotta for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fettuccine)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
- Optional: 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar for added depth of flavor
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; stir and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in ricotta cheese, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until creamy; add reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Toss the drained pasta with the sauce, adding Parmesan cheese and mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
For an even richer flavor, add quality ingredients like fresh tomatoes and good olive oil. Adjust seasonings to taste as you cook.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg