Indulge in the creamy goodness of 6-Cheese Roasted Tomato Pasta, a delightful dish packed with flavors from six different cheeses, garlic, roasted tomatoes, and pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is an adaptation of the popular Baked Feta Pasta, enhanced with additional cheeses and heavy cream. Customize it further by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins.
Roasted Tomato Pasta Ingredients
- Tomatoes: I used whole tomatoes cut into bite-sized pieces, but cherry tomatoes can also be used.
- Garlic: Dice the garlic before baking for best results. Whole garlic may not soften sufficiently.
- Cheese: This recipe features six kinds of cheese, including the parmesan topping.
- Pasta: Any pasta will work, but pasta with curves and grooves is preferable as it holds the sauce better. Homemade pasta is also a great option.
How to Make 6-Cheese Creamy Roasted Tomato Pasta
This dish’s simplicity and deliciousness explain its viral popularity. Begin by preheating the oven and preparing a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the ingredients to coat them evenly. Create a well in the center of the dish.
In the center well, place the cream cheese, feta, Gruyere, white cheddar, mozzarella, and heavy cream. Do not mix them. Bake the dish uncovered for about 30 minutes. During this time, cook your pasta noodles if they are not ready yet.
Once the baking is complete, remove the dish from the oven, add the cooked pasta, and stir until everything is well combined. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and parsley. For an extra kick, add crushed red pepper flakes. This dish pairs wonderfully with garlic breadsticks.
Why Roast Vegetables?
Roasting vegetables enhances their flavor, bringing out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. Garlic can also be roasted ahead of time if preferred.
What Does 6-Cheese Creamy Roasted Tomato Pasta Taste Like?
Despite its simplicity, this pasta dish is rich in flavor, combining creamy textures with the sweetness of roasted tomatoes. Feel free to customize it further by adding mushrooms, onions, or even cooked chicken for added protein. Let us know how your variations turn out!
Ingredients
- 6 medium tomatoes, cut into ½-inch (1.5 cm) pieces
- 6 cloves garlic, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 ounces (60 grams) cream cheese
- ¼ cup (30 grams) feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup (30 grams) Gruyere cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup (30 grams) white cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup (30 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- 8 ounces (230 grams) cavatappi noodles, cooked al dente
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated, for garnish
- Parsley, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish, combine tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Create a well in the center of the dish and add the cream cheese, feta, Gruyere, white cheddar, mozzarella, and heavy cream. Do not mix.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, add the cooked noodles, and stir until combined.
- Serve topped with parmesan cheese and parsley. Enjoy!
