Spinach Ravioli Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Large pot
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 Rolling Pin
- 1 Pasta cutter or knife
- 1 Skillet
- 1 slotted spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Create a well in the center and add eggs and olive oil.
- Mix the dough by hand until ingredients are combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes.
- Wrap the dough in plastic and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, spinach, Parmesan, nutmeg, and black pepper to create the filling.
- Roll out the dough using a rolling pin until thin.
- Cut the dough into squares using a pasta cutter or knife.
- Place a small amount of filling in the center of each square.
- Fold the squares into triangles and seal edges by pressing them.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add ravioli to the boiling water and cook for 4-5 minutes.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer cooked ravioli to the skillet.
- Toss ravioli in the garlic butter sauce before serving.
Notes
When making ravioli, be sure to roll the dough as thinly as possible without tearing it, to ensure a delicate pasta texture. Additionally, ensure the edges are well-sealed to prevent the filling from leaking out during cooking. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
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