Description
Delicious lobster ravioli served with a rich and creamy garlic Parmesan sauce enhanced with white wine, thyme, and lemon juice. This elegant yet easy-to-make dish brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home kitchen in just 30 minutes, perfect for a special dinner or quick gourmet meal.
Ingredients
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Lobster Ravioli
- 1 package (about 12 ounces) lobster ravioli (fresh or frozen)
- Salt, for pasta water
Creamy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken or seafood broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobster ravioli and cook according to package instructions—usually 4-5 minutes if fresh or 6-7 minutes if frozen—until tender. Drain carefully and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure it does not brown to avoid bitterness.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in the dry white wine, if using, and let it simmer gently for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly and concentrate the flavor.
- Add cream and broth: Stir in the heavy cream and chicken or seafood broth, combining well. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Thicken the sauce: Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing it to thicken slightly and develop a creamy texture.
- Incorporate cheese and herbs: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh thyme leaves, and lemon juice. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Season: Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Combine and serve: Gently add the cooked ravioli to the sauce, ensuring each piece is coated. Plate the ravioli and spoon extra sauce on top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sauté chopped shallots along with the garlic at the start.
- Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top before serving to boost the richness.
- If available, add leftover lobster meat to the sauce for a more intense lobster flavor.
