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Italian Ravioli Dinner Idea – Creamy Tuscan Sauce


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  • Author: Isabella Moretti
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This ravioli in creamy Tuscan sauce is rich and comforting, featuring tender ravioli coated in a garlic-Parmesan cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Perfect for Italian pasta nights.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cheese or spinach ravioli

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 23 garlic cloves, minced

  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional), halved

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Fresh basil, chili flakes (optional)

  • Reserved pasta water, as needed


Instructions

  • Cook ravioli and reserve ½ cup pasta water.

  • Sauté garlic and optional cherry tomatoes in olive oil.

  • Add sun-dried tomatoes and deglaze with wine or broth.

  • Stir in cream and seasoning; simmer 3–5 minutes.

  • Add spinach and Parmesan. Stir until wilted and thickened.

  • Gently toss in cooked ravioli. Add pasta water if needed.

  • Serve with basil and extra Parmesan.

Notes

Use fresh ravioli for best results. Customize with mushrooms, chicken, or shrimp. Adjust sauce thickness with reserved pasta water.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Main
  • Cuisine: Italian, Tuscan-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~520 per serving