Sun-warmed tomatoes picked straight from the vine are arguably the ideal way to enjoy tomatoes. Tomatoes are available to buy on and off the vine from supermarkets and farmers' markets.
Lift the ricotta out of the tray, then shake the tomatoes off the vines, discarding the stalks. Add half a mug of pasta water to the tray and gently shake to loosen all the sticky goodness from ...
Set aside and leave the oven on. Meanwhile, start on the sauce. Grill the tomato halves and vine tomatoes on the barbecue, or roast in the oven for 8–10 minutes until softened and charred.