Baked Ricotta in a Chunky Tomato Sauce
15 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
6
Servings
Rich and creamy ricotta cheese warmed in a delicious and easy marinara made with our Petite Diced Tomatoes. This is the perfect party dip for your next occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup onion, very finely chopped
2 tablespoons Tuttorosso Tomato Paste 6 oz
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, whole milk variety
Instructions
Step one
Preheat oven to 400º F
Step two
In a medium sauté pan, add olive oil over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Step three
Add tomato paste and stir to combine, cook an additional 2 minutes. Add salt, pepper and sugar.
Step four
Add the Petite Diced Tomatoes, stir to combine. Cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until a nice sauce consistency has been reached.
Step five
Pour sauce into a small oven-proof baking dish. Drop large dollops of ricotta cheese around baking dish, do not stir.
Step six
Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is heated through and sauce is hot and bubbly. Serve with toasted bread croutons.
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