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Creamy Tomato Garlic Ricotta Bake

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A rich and comforting bake featuring roasted garlic, juicy tomatoes, creamy ricotta, and bubbling mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family dinners or hosting friends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 head of garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice off the top of the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap in foil. Arrange halved cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet, toss with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tomatoes are soft and garlic is tender.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Grease a baking dish lightly with olive oil. Spread roasted tomatoes evenly across the bottom of the dish. Squeeze roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and distribute over the tomatoes. Spoon ricotta mixture on top, spreading gently to cover the tomato layer.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the ricotta layer.
  5. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is golden and bubbling.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Notes

[‘Roast garlic until golden and buttery soft for maximum flavor.’, ‘Use fresh ricotta for creaminess.’, ‘Season generously to enhance natural flavors.’, ‘Let the bake rest for 5-10 minutes after baking for easier serving.’]

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Keywords: Tomato Bake, Ricotta Recipe, Comfort Food, Vegetarian Dinner, Easy Weeknight Meal

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