Ravioli Recipe for One: Your Perfect Solo Dinner

Last updated on June 5, 2024

Get ready to enjoy a delightful dish of ravioli filled with savory goodness, perfect for a delicious solo dining experience!

Swinging solo tonight but craving some ravioli magic? You’re in the right kitchen corner! Get ready for a pasta adventure crafted just for one. Dive in for all the deets and giggles you need to create a ravioli masterpiece.

Ravioli Extravaganza

ravioli extravaganza

Imagine sinking your teeth into tender pasta pillows filled with cheesy goodness. Ravioli is like the Italian love letter to your taste buds. It’s a symphony of flavors that makes dinner anything but ordinary. Get ready to indulge in a solo culinary adventure!

  • Cooking method: Boiling and Sautéing
  • Prep time: 30 minutes
  • Total time: 45 minutes
  • Cuisine type: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 fresh pasta sheets (4-inch squares)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4-6 fresh sage leaves

Cooking Instructions

  1. Mix ricotta, Parmesan, lemon zest, nutmeg, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spoon a teaspoon of the mixture onto the center of a pasta sheet square.
  2. Brush the edges of the pasta sheet with the egg wash, fold the sheet over the filling, and press the edges firmly to seal. Repeat with remaining sheets.
  3. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Drain carefully.
  4. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add butter and sage leaves to the pan, cooking until the butter is golden brown and the sage is crispy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add cooked ravioli to the pan and toss gently to coat in the brown butter sauce. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes.

Suggestions

  • Feel free to swap ricotta with goat cheese for a tangy twist.
  • Top with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan and a drizzle of truffle oil for luxury vibes.
  • Not a sage fan? Basil or thyme make great alternatives.
  • Use a ravioli stamp or wheel to make your edges extra fancy.