1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
3. Spread the tomatoes on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, until caramelized.
4. Meanwhile, cook the paccheri according to package instructions until al dente.
5. In a separate bowl, combine ricotta with lemon zest and season with salt and pepper.
6. Drain the pasta and reserve some pasta water.
7. Add the roasted tomatoes to the pasta and mix well, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
8. Serve with whipped ricotta on top and garnish with fresh basil.