Best 2 Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce And Ricotta Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing pasta recipes, featuring fresh tomato sauce and ricotta's creamy embrace. Discover the art of crafting a vibrant tomato sauce from scratch, using ripe, juicy tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of garlic. Learn the secrets of balancing flavors, creating a harmonious blend of tangy, sweet, and savory notes. Explore variations of this classic sauce, including a vibrant roasted tomato sauce and a quick and easy weeknight sauce. Elevate your pasta experience with ricotta's luscious texture, adding a delightful creaminess that complements the tangy sauce perfectly. Discover the versatility of ricotta, using it as a filling for ravioli, a topping for baked pasta, or simply stirred into the sauce for an extra layer of richness. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes will guide you towards creating a memorable pasta dish that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY ROASTED TOMATO AND RICOTTA PASTA SAUCE



Spicy Roasted Tomato and Ricotta Pasta Sauce image

Roasting tomatoes is an easy way to add a flavorful punch to your pasta sauce! Add in light and creamy ricotta and savory Italian sausage and you have the perfect complement to a hearty pasta like cavatappi or farfalle.

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 2h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 ½ pounds Roma tomatoes, cored and halved lengthwise
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 ¼ teaspoons salt, divided
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
19 ounces ground hot Italian sausage
½ sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 (8 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Toss tomatoes, 4 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl. Place tomatoes cut-side up in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until soft and juicy, about 2 hours. Remove from the oven. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Sprinkle remaining 1 teaspoon salt, sugar, Italian seasoning, rosemary, basil, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes evenly over the tomatoes. Drizzle tops of tomatoes with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Return baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Cook sausage and onion until sausage is no longer pink and onion softens, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Transfer roasted tomatoes and any juices to a food processor. Process to desired consistency. Add ricotta and Parmesan cheeses and pulse to combine. Pour tomato sauce into a bowl; mix in sausage-onion mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 590.3 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

DELICIOUS AND SIMPLE RICOTTA AND TOMATO PASTA SAUCE



Delicious and Simple Ricotta and Tomato Pasta Sauce image

I just love this recipe! Mum used to make this for us when we were kids. It's apparently a traditional Roman dish, great for vegetarians and very easy and quick to whip up, an awesome dish with a real 'rustic' feel to it! The kids will love it! It is to be served on top of steaming, hot pasta...wholemeal pasta works quite well with this recipe too! Enjoy!

Provided by LovelyRitaMeterMaid

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups fresh ricotta
1 (400 g) can crushed tomatoes
1 yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 leaves fresh basil
1 (500 g) package pasta (spirals work well with this recipe)

Steps:

  • Firstly, put on a large pot of salted water and bring to the boil, add pasta to water and cook until'al dente' approximately 8- 10 minutes.
  • While pasta is on the go, finely dice your onion and crush your garlic.
  • In a saucepan, put in the olive oil, when the oil is warm, add your garlic and onion and gently saute these until they are transparent.
  • Add the ricotta to the pan, and stir through the onions and garlic well.
  • At this stage, add your salt and pepper, parmesan, crushed tomatoes and tomato paste.
  • Mix well and let simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  • Drain pasta.
  • Turn the ricotta sauce off from the heat, add your fresh basil leaves, roughly torn, into the sauce.
  • Dish up some pasta into a bowl, put some of the ricotta sauce on top of the pasta, and finish off with some extra shavings of parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 762.9, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 64.9, Sodium 979.2, Carbohydrate 107.8, Fiber 6, Sugar 8, Protein 32.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right tomatoes: Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best flavor. If you can, use heirloom tomatoes or tomatoes from your garden.
  • Cook the tomatoes slowly: Simmering the tomatoes over low heat allows them to develop a rich, concentrated flavor.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme add a bright, herbaceous flavor to the sauce.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked pasta is mushy and doesn't hold the sauce as well.
  • Serve the pasta immediately: Pasta is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to make it ahead of time, cook the pasta and sauce separately and then combine them just before serving.

Conclusion:

Pasta with fresh tomato sauce and ricotta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish that the whole family will love.

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