Cherry Tomato & Ricotta Pasta

40m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Halve the cherry tomatoes.
  2. 2Thinly slice the shallot.
  3. 3Add olive oil to a pan.
  4. 4Add the shallots to the pan and cook until softened.
  5. 5Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
  6. 6Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to burst.
  7. 7Add the tomato paste and cook.
  8. 8Deglaze the pan with white wine.
  9. 9Season with salt and pepper.
  10. 10Add the sauce, ricotta, basil leaves, and olive oil to a blender and blend until smooth.
  11. 11Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the sauce.
  12. 12Add parmesan cheese and pasta water.
  13. 13Stir until well combined.
  14. 14Serve and garnish with parmesan cheese, a scoop of ricotta, chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.

Ingredients

  • cherry tomatoes
  • shallot
  • olive oil
  • garlic
  • tomato paste
  • white wine
  • salt
  • pepper
  • ricotta
  • basil leaves
  • cooked pasta
  • Parmesan cheese
  • pasta water
  • chopped parsley

Equipment

knifecutting boardpanspatulablendercheese grater

Tips

  • This dish has become one of my staples over the past year.
  • Perfect for a slow lunch or an easy dinner between get-togethers this Memorial Day weekend