Description
Homemade creamy tuscan ravioli delight blends rich Italian flavors with silky pasta and luxurious sauce. Pasta enthusiasts will savor each delectable bite of this comforting culinary masterpiece crafted with passion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (454 g) frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 ½ tsp granulated garlic
- 1 cup (about 150 g) spinach, frozen or fresh
- ½ cup (about 75 g) diced tomatoes, well drained if using canned
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preparation: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, then gently submerge cheese ravioli, cooking until they gracefully float and reach a tender consistency, roughly 3-4 minutes.
- Sauce Foundation: In a spacious saucepan, warm chicken broth over medium heat while simultaneously whisking heavy whipping cream, whole milk, and cornstarch into a silky-smooth liquid, eliminating any potential lumps.
- Flavor Infusion: Gradually introduce the cream mixture into the simmering broth, stirring continuously to create a luxurious base. Sprinkle in granulated garlic, dried basil, oregano, thyme, and kosher salt, ensuring an even distribution of aromatic herbs.
- Cheese Integration: Fold in grated parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt completely and transform the sauce into a rich, velvety mixture. Squeeze excess moisture from the frozen spinach and dice cherry tomatoes before gently incorporating them into the developing sauce.
- Final Assembly: Carefully drain the cooked ravioli and delicately fold them into the creamy herb-infused sauce, ensuring each pasta pillow is generously coated. Reduce heat to low, letting the flavors harmonize for 2-3 minutes.
- Serving: Transfer the ravioli to warm serving dishes, optionally garnishing with additional fresh herbs or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot, inviting diners to savor the Tuscan-inspired creation.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Thoroughly drain spinach to prevent watery sauce, using paper towels to remove excess liquid completely.
- Cornstarch Technique: Whisk cream mixture meticulously to eliminate lumps, ensuring a smooth, silky sauce texture.
- Seasoning Strategy: Add dried herbs incrementally, tasting and adjusting to balance flavors and prevent overwhelming the delicate ravioli.
- Serving Precision: Serve immediately after cooking to maintain optimal temperature and prevent ravioli from becoming soggy or losing its delightful texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg