Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add shallots and cook for 3 minutes.
Add garlic and cook for another 3 minutes.
Add cherry tomatoes, salt, paprika and black pepper.
Cook for about 10 minutes, until cherry tomatoes have bursted.
Mash cherry tomatoes with a potato masher or jar.
Add ricotta to the pan.
Mix together and then add basil and beans.
Cook for 3-5 more minutes.
Divide out and serve.
