20 Minute Easy Ravioli or Tortellini Bolognese
Busy weeknight dinners just got better with this 20-Minute Easy Ravioli or Tortellini Bolognese! This quick and comforting recipe features tender ravioli or tortellini (fresh or store-bought) tossed in a rich, meaty tomato sauce made with ground beef or Italian sausage, aromatic garlic and onion, and a flavorful blend of herbs like oregano and basil. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is perfect for feeding the family without sacrificing taste. Top it off with freshly grated Parmesan and vibrant basil for a restaurant-worthy finish. Whether you're craving a hearty Italian-inspired meal or need an easy pasta recipe the whole family will love, this one-pot Bolognese is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz ravioli or tortellini (fresh or store-bought)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp optional red pepper flakes
- to taste grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- to taste fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat for the ravioli or tortellini.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef or Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spoon.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, add the ravioli or tortellini to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions (usually 3-5 minutes for fresh pasta). Drain and set aside.
Taste the Bolognese sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. If it’s too thick, add a tablespoon of the pasta cooking water to loosen it.
Add the cooked ravioli or tortellini to the skillet, gently toss to coat them evenly with the sauce.
Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 803 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 835 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
