Swap out traditional Parmesan cheese for tangy, delicious goat cheese to make this creamy Goat Cheese Pasta Sauce recipe. It’s perfect over pasta and topped with roasted tomatoes and fresh basil.
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Goat cheese is one of those foods that you either really love, really hate, or are afraid to try.
If you’ve stumbled upon this recipe, it’s probably fair to say that you love it.
This Goat Cheese Pasta Sauce is a unique way to get your goat cheese fix in a different, but delicious way.
Why This Recipe Works
Goat cheese gives basic tomato sauce a creamier texture with a little tang in every bite.
The oven roasted tomatoes and fresh basil bring everything together beautifully. This is most definitely comfort food at it’s finest.
This recipe is really simple to make and takes right around 20 minutes from start to finish.
It’s a really tasty option for a busy weeknight meal and any leftovers are just as good the next day for lunch. This recipe also works for weekly meal prep.
How to Make Goat Cheese Pasta Sauce
Prep!
The only prep work to do for this recipe is to start preparing what you are going to serve with this pasta sauce so that everything is ready at the same time.
Finely chop the basil.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Create!
In a small bowl, toss together the tomatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread onto a baking sheet and roast for about 10 minutes or until hot and somewhat shriveled. Remove and set aside.
In a small sauce pan over medium heat, add the tomato sauce.
Once the sauce is warm, stir in the goat cheese until it’s melted and warmed through.
Present!
Mix the sauce into a pound of cooked pasta. You can also substitute gluten free pasta or spaghetti squash or zoodles, if a low carb option is needed.
Garnish with the roasted tomatoes, extra goat cheese, and basil
Tips and Techniques for the Best Goat Cheese Pasta Sauce
- Use homemade tomato sauce, if you have it, for the best flavor. It is recommended to use a basic marinara or simple garlic and basil-flavored tomato sauce.
- You can use a 16 ounce jar of tomato sauce to save time. Be sure to purchase a marinara or basil-flavored tomato sauce.
- Store leftover sauce, tightly covered, in the refrigerator. Use within 5-7 days. You can also freeze leftover sauce for up to 4-6 months.
FAQ’s
- Can you freeze goat cheese? Yes, if you have extra goat cheese it can be frozen. Wrap it tightly and store it up to 2-3 months in the freezer. Thaw in the refrigerator before use.
More Pasta Recipes to Try
In the mood for more creamy, comforting pasta dishes?
This Jalapeno Popper Chicken Pasta is a must try, if you like a little spiciness.
Not a fan of spice, or want to try something else? Cheesy Beef Enchilada Pasta and Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta are also excellent choices. You can also try a delicious Romesco Sauce that’s even delicious on steak or eggs.
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Creamy Goat Cheese Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- pinch pepper
- 2 cups tomato sauce * homemade or jarred (see notes)
- 1/4 cup goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil * finely chopped
- pasta, spaghetti squash, or zoodles for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, toss together the tomatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread onto a baking sheet and roast for about 10 minutes or until hot and somewhat shriveled. Remove and set aside.
- In a small sauce pan over medium heat, add the tomato sauce.
- Once the same is warm, stir in the goat cheese until it's melted and warmed through.
- Mix the sauce into a pound of pasta, spaghetti squash, or zoodles.
- Garnish with the roasted tomatoes, extra goat cheese, and basil.
Notes
Tips and Techniques for the Best Goat Cheese Pasta Sauce
- Use homemade tomato sauce, if you have it, for the best flavor. It is recommended to use a basic marinara or simple garlic and basil-flavored tomato sauce.
- You can use a 16 ounce jar of tomato sauce to save time. Be sure to purchase a marinara or basil-flavored tomato sauce.
- Store leftover sauce, tightly covered, in the refrigerator. Use within 5-7 days. You can also freeze leftover sauce for up to 4-6 months.
Nutrition
This recipe was originally published on October 24, 2016. It was updated with new images, more thorough instructions, tips, techniques and FAQ’s in January 2020.
Katie says
What a good choice of ingredients! I love goat cheese and so I’m sold! Yum!
Elaine says
Goat cheese is a great choice for pasta, as it’s naturally creamy and smooth. Looks like a great line from Prego.
Pam Greer says
I love goat cheese too, so I love this switch out of the cheese! I’ll have to look for those sauces!
Patty K-P says
I haven’t seen the new Prego sauces…going to have to be on the lookout next time I’m at the store! I’ve never had goat cheese in pasta…what a great twist! Can’t wait to give it a whirl!
Joanie @ ZagLeft says
I love goat cheese and bet this pasta tastes as fantastic as it looks. Definitely need to try the spaghetti sauce, I’m a Prego fan.
Sarah Jean says
I didn’t know prego made a farmer’s market brand until your post. This may be the perfect compromise between my husband insisting we use Prego and my more “natural” inclinations 🙂
Jae | Dreaming of Leaving says
Wow this seriously looks DEEEElish and I especially love your food-tography 🙂 thanks for posting, have a great week xo
Stacy says
This looks yummy – I clicked on the coupon but it says “exceeded print limit” ? Thanks for the recipes!
ourlittleeverything says
Hmm I don’t know? It should only say that if you’ve already printed it once already?
Cait Weingartner says
This dish looks delicious! I love pasta and I’m always looking for new recipes to try. I’d never thought to use goat cheese. Great idea!
Maggie Unzueta says
Mmmmm.. This looks delicious!
Ashleigh says
This pasta recipe looks wonderful! I can’t wait to try this great new dish! Thank you for sharing!
Abby says
I also absolutely love goat cheese! This looks delicious!
Morgan @ Lilies + Lambs says
YUM! Looks delish! Love all things goat cheese.
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Amanda | Maple Alps says
This looks delicious! Goat cheese is to die for!
ourlittleeverything says
Thanks so much! I’m pretty addicted to it myself!
Carolyn West says
I’ll put goat cheese on anything, but I love that you mixed it into the sauce. Yum! #client
ourlittleeverything says
Thank you! It as a first but we loved it!
Brittany Giles says
This looks so good!
ourlittleeverything says
Thank you!
Mary Barham says
I have GOT to make this for my husband!
ourlittleeverything says
Hope he likes it!
Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says
Marinara and goat cheese = perfection! I love this new line from Prego! And this dish looks SO easy and yummy!
ourlittleeverything says
Thank you so much chrissa!
Lauren says
This looks amazing! I love pasta and I love goat cheese so this is right up my alley!
ourlittleeverything says
Thanks Lauren!
linda spiker says
Yum! This looks delish!
ourlittleeverything says
Thank you Linda!
candy says
Love easy, quick pasta dishes and adding the goat cheese is just yummy.
ourlittleeverything says
Yes! I was so good! A nice change!