Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce—a comforting pasta dish that's as simple to prepare as it is luxurious to enjoy. Delicate pillows of ravioli, filled with cheese or your choice of flavor, are enveloped in a luscious sauce made from basil pesto, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Accented with aromatic garlic and finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil, this recipe brings together the best of Italian-inspired cuisine in just 25 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners, this creamy pesto ravioli is a crowd-pleaser that strikes the perfect balance between gourmet and easy-to-make. Serve it with a side of garlic bread and a crisp green salad for a complete meal that will leave everyone craving seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Ravioli (cheese or your choice of filling)
- 0.5 cup Basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 0.75 cup Heavy cream
- 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the ravioli to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions (typically 4-5 minutes), stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the basil pesto and heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce is well combined and heated through.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet and gently toss to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy pesto sauce.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and an optional sprinkle of additional Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.4 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.6 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 343 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 4942 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.1 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 74.3 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1523 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 904 mg | 19% | |
*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.
