Hand-Rolled Tomato Basil Pasta with Fresh Ricotta

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Pasta sheets rolled by hand, layered with sun-ripened tomatoes and house-made ricotta for a simple yet deeply flavorful weeknight meal. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 45 minutes pairs fresh pasta sheets, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.4 (10 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Dice 300g ripe tomatoes into 1cm pieces and toss with 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves and 2 tbsp olive oil in a bowl.
  2. Step 2: Lay 200g fresh pasta sheets flat, then spoon 150g ricotta cheese in a line across the center, leaving 1cm edges.
  3. Step 3: Fold the pasta sheets over the ricotta, pressing gently to seal, then cut into 2cm-wide strips and arrange seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the tomato-basil mixture evenly over the pasta, dot with extra basil, and bake at 180°C for 25 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Hand-Rolled Tomato Basil Pasta with Fresh Ricotta take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Hand-Rolled Tomato Basil Pasta with Fresh Ricotta?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh pasta sheets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hand-Rolled Tomato Basil Pasta with Fresh Ricotta?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Hand-Rolled Tomato Basil Pasta with Fresh Ricotta for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Hand-Rolled Tomato Basil Pasta with Fresh Ricotta?

Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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