Description
Discover the delightful flavors of Creamy Roasted Tomato Ricotta Pasta with Crispy Turkey Slices, a perfect dish for cozy dinners or vibrant summer gatherings. This recipe features juicy roasted tomatoes combined with creamy ricotta cheese, creating a rich sauce that envelops your favorite pasta. Topped with crispy turkey slices, this comforting meal is not only satisfying but also a nutritious option, thanks to the abundance of fresh ingredients. Whether you’re impressing guests or enjoying a family dinner, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delicious experience every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 slices turkey slices
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 pound pasta (long or short cut)
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- Fresh herbs (thyme and basil)
- Gouda cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 6–10 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- On a baking sheet, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Arrange turkey slices on top and roast for 15-20 minutes until crisp.
- In a food processor, blend roasted tomatoes and garlic with ricotta until smooth.
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions; reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
- In the same pot, melt butter with remaining thyme. Stir in tomato puree and pasta water until combined.
- Add cooked pasta and remaining roasted tomatoes to the sauce; toss gently.
- Serve topped with crispy turkey slices and fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg