Have you ever wanted to make a creamy, flavorful pasta dish in just a few minutes? It happens to me often on busy days, when I do not have much time but still want something homemade, comforting, and delicious. That is exactly when I make this creamy pasta with cherry tomatoes and ricotta.
The first time I cooked it, it was almost by chance, using a few simple ingredients I already had in the fridge: ripe cherry tomatoes, fresh ricotta, and some basil leaves. As the tomatoes softened in the pan, their sweet aroma blended with the olive oil and basil, creating a simple yet irresistible base. Then the ricotta, mixed with a little pasta water, turned everything into a delicate, smooth, and velvety sauce.
What I love most about this recipe is its simplicity: just a few ingredients, a few easy steps, and a result that feels comforting and authentic. It is perfect for a quick lunch, but also for a light and fragrant dinner. Let’s see how to make Creamy Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Ricotta.
Creamy Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Ricotta
Creamy pasta with cherry tomatoes and ricotta is a quick and delicious Italian pasta dish made with simple everyday ingredients. The sweetness of cherry tomatoes blends perfectly with ricotta for a light and comforting meal.
Ingredients
- Pasta 200 g
- Cherry tomatoes 150 g
- Ricotta 100 g
- Extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp
- Fresh basil to taste
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Tools
- Pot
- Pan
- Colander
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente.
- Meanwhile, wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan and add the cherry tomatoes.
- Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release their juices.
- Add the ricotta to the pan together with a ladle of pasta cooking water.
- Stir well until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Drain the pasta, reserving a little more cooking water if needed.
- Add the pasta to the pan and toss for 1 minute, adding more pasta water if necessary.
- Finish with fresh basil torn by hand and a pinch of black pepper.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Nutritional values (per serving)
576 kcal
21 g
76 g
18 g
3 g
4 g
260 mg
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