Elevate your pasta night with this Homemade Ravioli recipe that brings the charm of Italian cuisine straight to your kitchen. Delicately crafted from scratch, tender pasta encloses a rich, flavorful filling made with creamy ricotta cheese, vibrant spinach, and a hint of garlic, Parmesan, and nutmeg for a gourmet touch. The silky dough is easy to make with just four pantry staples, while the marinara sauce topping adds the perfect tangy finish. Ideal for both family dinners and special occasions, this dish is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients and time-honored techniques. Perfectly portioned for four servings, these handmade ravioli are soft, savory pillows of flavor ready to impress!
In a large bowl, create a mound with the flour. Make a well in the center and crack in 2 eggs. Add olive oil and salt to the well.
Using a fork, gradually mix the flour into the liquid center until a dough starts to form. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. Thaw and drain the frozen spinach, pressing to remove excess water.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, spinach, Parmesan cheese, garlic, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well and set aside.
Once the dough has rested, divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a thin sheet, about 1/16-inch thick, on a floured surface.
On one sheet of dough, place small dollops (about 1 teaspoon each) of the filling, spaced about 1 inch apart.
In a small bowl, whisk the remaining egg with 2 tablespoons of water to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash around the filling dollops.
Carefully place the second sheet of dough on top, pressing around the filling to seal. Ensure no air pockets remain around the filling.
Use a ravioli cutter, pastry wheel, or knife to cut out individual ravioli squares. Press edges firmly to seal them.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ravioli in small batches and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
In a separate pan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat.
Drain the cooked ravioli and serve immediately with a generous amount of marinara sauce on top.
Serving size | 1449.6 grams (1449.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1949 |
Total Fat 77.10g | 99% |
Saturated Fat 32.90g | 165% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g | |
Cholesterol 749mg | 250% |
Sodium 4270mg | 186% |
Total Carbohydrate 224.90g | 82% |
Dietary Fiber 16.40g | 59% |
Total Sugars 12.30g | |
Protein 98.40g | 197% |
Vitamin D 123IU | 615% |
Calcium 1853mg | 143% |
Iron 19mg | 108% |
Potassium 2073mg | 44% |
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