For a richer flavor, use high-quality, DOP-certified San Marzano tomatoes. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level. If you don't have fresh oregano, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, adding it along with the red pepper flakes. For a vegetarian version, ensure your goat cheese is rennet-free. To make ahead, the sauce can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Reheat gently before adding to the pasta.
Ditalini with Roasted Tomato Sauce and Goat Cheese
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 25 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS109
Experience the simple elegance of Italian comfort food with this vibrant ditalini dish. Roasting transforms humble plum tomatoes into a deeply flavorful sauce, perfectly complemented by the delicate pasta, aromatic oregano, and tangy goat cheese.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate64 g
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Cholesterol2 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium207 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 425°F (220°C). (5 minutes)
02
StepDrizzle olive oil into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Add tomatoes and their juices, cutting each tomato into roughly 3 pieces. Scatter onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, and 2 teaspoons of oregano over the tomatoes; stir to combine. (5 minutes)
03
StepRoast in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove from oven, stir briefly, and return to the oven for another 15 minutes. (1 hour 15 minutes)
04
StepTransfer the roasted tomato mixture to a saucepan. Add water. Using an immersion blender or potato masher, process the mixture to your desired consistency. Stir in the remaining 1 teaspoon of oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside. (10 minutes)
05
StepIn a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add ditalini and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well and return to the pot. (15 minutes)
06
StepPour the prepared tomato sauce over the ditalini and stir to coat. Gently fold in the crumbled goat cheese. Serve immediately. (5 minutes)
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Timmy Thiel
Jun 7, 2025Jessica P: The goat cheese adds such a nice tang. Will definitely make again.
Cindy Heidenreich
Mar 25, 2025David L: I added a little bit of balsamic vinegar as suggested, and it was amazing!
Dorcas Herman
Dec 26, 2024Michael B: I made this with basil instead of oregano, and it was fantastic. Thanks for the recipe!
Garrett Parker
Aug 15, 2024Sarah M: This was so easy and delicious! The roasted tomatoes made all the difference.
Gonzalo Wolf
Aug 13, 2024Emily K: My kids loved this! I used a little less red pepper flakes for them.