Ricotta and Spinach Ravioli (Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci)

AuthorJulia ForesekCategory, , DifficultyAdvanced
Yields4 Servings
Prep Time1 hrCook Time15 minsTotal Time1 hr 15 mins
For the Pasta Dough:
 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
 3 large eggs
 1 tablespoon olive oil
 A pinch of salt
For the Filling:
 1 cup ricotta cheese
 1 cup cooked, drained, and finely chopped spinach
 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
 1 egg yolk
 Salt and pepper to taste
 Nutmeg, a pinch (optional)
For the Sauce:
 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
 A few sage leaves
 Salt to taste
 Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
1

Prepare the Pasta Dough:

On a clean surface, make a mound with the flour and create a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well, add the olive oil and salt, and gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs using a fork.
Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

2

Make the Filling:

In a bowl, combine the ricotta, spinach, Parmesan cheese, egg yolk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Mix until well combined.

3

Assemble the Ravioli:

Divide the dough into four pieces. Working with one piece at a time, roll out the dough into a thin sheet using a pasta machine or a rolling pin.
Place teaspoons of filling an inch apart over half of the pasta sheet. Fold the other half over the filling and press down around the edges to seal, removing any air pockets. Cut into individual ravioli with a pastry cutter or knife.
Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

4

Cook the Ravioli:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli in batches until they float to the surface, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.

5

Prepare the Sauce:

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sage leaves and cook until the butter is slightly browned and aromatic.
Toss the cooked ravioli in the sage butter, coating them gently.

6

Serve:

Plate the ravioli and drizzle with the sage butter sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Ingredients

For the Pasta Dough:
 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
 3 large eggs
 1 tablespoon olive oil
 A pinch of salt
For the Filling:
 1 cup ricotta cheese
 1 cup cooked, drained, and finely chopped spinach
 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
 1 egg yolk
 Salt and pepper to taste
 Nutmeg, a pinch (optional)
For the Sauce:
 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
 A few sage leaves
 Salt to taste
 Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Directions

1

Prepare the Pasta Dough:

On a clean surface, make a mound with the flour and create a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well, add the olive oil and salt, and gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs using a fork.
Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

2

Make the Filling:

In a bowl, combine the ricotta, spinach, Parmesan cheese, egg yolk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Mix until well combined.

3

Assemble the Ravioli:

Divide the dough into four pieces. Working with one piece at a time, roll out the dough into a thin sheet using a pasta machine or a rolling pin.
Place teaspoons of filling an inch apart over half of the pasta sheet. Fold the other half over the filling and press down around the edges to seal, removing any air pockets. Cut into individual ravioli with a pastry cutter or knife.
Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

4

Cook the Ravioli:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli in batches until they float to the surface, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.

5

Prepare the Sauce:

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sage leaves and cook until the butter is slightly browned and aromatic.
Toss the cooked ravioli in the sage butter, coating them gently.

6

Serve:

Plate the ravioli and drizzle with the sage butter sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Ricotta and Spinach Ravioli (Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci)
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