Description
Creamy Tuscan Ravioli is a rich and comforting Italian-inspired dish featuring cheese-filled ravioli tossed in a luscious sauce made with butter, garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and baby spinach. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy skillet recipe combines savory flavors and creamy textures for a satisfying meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 1 25 oz package cheese ravioli
Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 cup baby spinach, washed and chopped
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
Instructions
- Cook the ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese ravioli according to the package directions until tender. Drain well and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Create cream sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the garlic and butter, whisking continuously. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Continue whisking until the sauce begins to bubble lightly.
- Add Parmesan cheese: Gradually whisk in the shredded Parmesan cheese until it melts fully and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate vegetables: Stir in the chopped baby spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach wilts and softens.
- Toss ravioli in sauce: Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet and gently toss to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Serve the creamy Tuscan ravioli immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh or frozen ravioli and avoid overcooking to maintain texture.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, though the sauce will be less rich.
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil can be used for extra flavor; just drain them well if using dry-packed tomatoes.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Fresh basil or parsley make excellent garnishes to complement the creamy sauce.
