Description
Handcrafted Tuscan ravioli whispers Italian countryside charm with rich ricotta and spinach nestled in delicate pasta pockets. Warm herbs and parmesan elevate this classic dish, inviting you to savor Mediterranean flavors in each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 packages ravioli (9–10 ounces/255–283 grams each)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 cup (60 grams) fresh baby spinach, packed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) butter
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) chicken stock or vegetable stock
- ⅓ cup (53 grams) sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil (reserve 1 tablespoon oil)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Garnish:
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Basil, for topping
Instructions
- Bring a generously salted large pot of water to a rolling boil, then delicately submerge the ravioli, cooking approximately one minute less than the package instructions recommend. Carefully drain and reserve the pasta.
- In a spacious sauté pan over medium heat, gently melt butter combined with sun-dried tomato oil, creating a rich aromatic base.
- Quickly introduce minced garlic to the butter mixture, sautéing until fragrant and releasing its intense essence, approximately 30 seconds.
- Seamlessly blend onion powder, Italian seasoning, freshly squeezed lemon juice, chicken stock, luxurious heavy cream, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes into the pan. Simmer and whisk until the sauce transforms into a smooth, cohesive mixture, roughly 1-2 minutes.
- Immediately transfer the drained ravioli into the simmering sauce, gently folding to ensure each pasta pillow receives an even, luxurious coating.
- Allow the sauce to slightly thicken and embrace the ravioli, concentrating flavors and creating a harmonious texture.
- Scatter fresh spinach and torn basil leaves across the dish, covering briefly to let the greens wilt and infuse their vibrant, herbaceous notes.
- Finish by generously sprinkling freshly grated parmesan cheese, creating a final layer of rich, tangy complexity to the dish.
Notes
- Packed with robust Tuscan flavors, this ravioli recipe transforms a simple pasta dish into a gourmet experience.
- Quickly prepare a luxurious sauce that complements the delicate pasta, blending sun-dried tomatoes and creamy textures.
- Choose fresh ingredients to elevate the dish, ensuring maximum flavor and restaurant-quality results at home.
- Layer herbs like spinach and basil for a vibrant green finish that adds nutritional punch and visual appeal.
- Finish with freshly grated parmesan to create a rich, tangy note that ties all ingredients together perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg