Description
Creamy Tuscan Ravioli is a delightful pasta dish featuring cheese ravioli in a rich and creamy sauce with fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they begin to soften.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle in the Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the ravioli according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Gently toss to coat the ravioli in the sauce.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp to the dish.
- Substitute the heavy cream with a lighter option like half-and-half for a lower-calorie version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg