Description
Dreamy Creamy Tuscan Ravioli is a rich and flavorful skillet pasta dish featuring tender cheese ravioli tossed in a luscious sauce made with butter, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. This easy and satisfying meal can be prepared in under 30 minutes, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner with Italian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 20 ounces cheese ravioli (fresh or refrigerated)
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter together with olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook Vegetables: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh baby spinach. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are heated through.
- Add Cream and Broth: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir well to combine the ingredients and let the sauce simmer gently for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Toss in Ravioli: Gently add the cooked ravioli to the skillet. Toss carefully to coat the pasta with the creamy sauce and simmer the mixture for 4–5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Finish with Cheese and Seasoning: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, then season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Turn off the heat and stir until the cheese has melted into the sauce.
- Serve: Serve the creamy Tuscan ravioli warm, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for added heat.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen spinach if fresh is not available, but be sure to thaw and drain excess water first.
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version; ensure ravioli filling is vegetarian-friendly.
- Cook ravioli separately according to package instructions before adding to the sauce.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for no heat.
- This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or garlic bread.
