Ravioli with Creamy Basil Red Pepper Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Ravioli with Creamy Basil Red Pepper Sauce, a dish that combines comfort food with gourmet flair. Tender cheese ravioli is perfectly paired with a velvety sauce made from sweet roasted red peppers, rich heavy cream, and fragrant fresh basil. The sauce is blended to silky perfection with Parmesan cheese, a hint of garlic, and just the right amount of seasoning, creating a flavor-packed experience that dances between creamy and savory. This restaurant-worthy meal comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner at home. Serve it piping hot and garnish with extra basil and Parmesan for a dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of Italian cuisine, this ravioli recipe highlights simple ingredients in the most delightful way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Cheese ravioli (fresh or frozen)
- 2 large Roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ravioli according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
While the ravioli is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, heavy cream, chicken or vegetable broth, fresh basil leaves, and Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth.
Pour the blended sauce into the skillet with the garlic. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Let simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the ravioli in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the ravioli hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.8 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.0 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 4951 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.9 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 68.8 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1359 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1071 mg | 23% | |
*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.
