Description
Experience the comforting and delicious Creamy Red Pepper Ravioli that transforms your weeknight dinners into something extraordinary. This dish features tender cheese ravioli enveloped in a luscious sauce made from roasted red peppers, garlic, and cream, creating a delightful blend of flavors that appeals to both kids and adults. In just 25 minutes, you’ll have a satisfying meal ready to serve, making it perfect for busy evenings. Customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins to suit your family’s taste preferences. Whether you are cooking for a special occasion or a simple family dinner, this creamy pasta dish is sure to impress and leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cheese ravioli
- 1 cup roasted red peppers
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the cheese ravioli according to package directions, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic and roasted red peppers for about 2 minutes.
- Transfer the sautéed mixture to a blender, add heavy cream, parmesan cheese, salt, and optional chili flakes, then blend until smooth.
- Pour the blended sauce back into the skillet and stir in the reserved pasta water.
- Gently toss in the cooked ravioli until well coated with the sauce and let simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg