Ravioli with Tomato Sauce

Indulge in the comforting taste of homemade **Ravioli with Tomato Sauce**, a classic Italian dish that's packed with flavor and easy to fall in love with. This recipe takes you through creating tender, handmade pasta dough from scratch, stuffed with a creamy ricotta, Parmesan, and spinach filling. The ravioli is paired with a vibrant, garlic-infused tomato sauce simmered with fresh basil for a burst of natural sweetness and aroma. Perfect for a weekend cooking project, this dish combines traditional techniques with simple, wholesome ingredients to create a restaurant-quality meal right at home. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe serves four and is best enjoyed garnished with extra Parmesan and basil for a beautiful, flavorful finish. Keywords: homemade ravioli, tomato sauce, Italian comfort food, ricotta filling, fresh pasta recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Spinach
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by making the pasta dough: On a clean surface, make a mound with 2 cups of flour and create a well in the center. Crack in 2 large eggs, add 1 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons water.

Step 2

Using a fork, slowly mix the eggs into the flour, starting from the center. Once combined, knead the dough by hand for approximately 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a bit more flour.

Step 3

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.

Step 4

While the dough rests, prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine 1 cup of ricotta cheese, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of chopped spinach. Mix well and set aside.

Step 5

For the tomato sauce: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, cook until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Add 28 ounces of canned crushed tomatoes to the saucepan. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, occasionally stirring, until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Once the dough has rested, divide it into two equal parts. Roll each part out on a floured surface, as thin as possible, to form two sheets.

Step 9

Place small spoonfuls of the cheese mixture onto one sheet of pasta, spaced about 2 inches apart. Lightly mist the surrounding edges with water, then cover with the second sheet, pressing down to remove air pockets and seal the edges.

Step 10

Cut the ravioli using a ravioli cutter or a sharp knife, pressing the edges to ensure they’re sealed.

Step 11

Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Cook the ravioli in batches for 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface.

Step 12

Gently remove the cooked ravioli with a slotted spoon and place them on a serving platter.

Step 13

Pour the tomato sauce over the cooked ravioli and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade ravioli with tomato sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1581.5 grams (1581.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2238

Total Fat 96.10g	123%
Saturated Fat 42.20g	211%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 612mg	204%
Sodium 4420mg	192%
Total Carbohydrate 252.10g	92%
Dietary Fiber 20.70g	74%
Total Sugars 34.70g
Protein 108.60g	217%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 2234mg	172%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 3491mg	74%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 43.7%