Easy Ravioli Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
513 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Easy Ravioli Sauce
Description
Easy Ravioli Sauce is a creamy tomato-based sauce starting with sautéed garlic and butter, thickened with flour, and enhanced by tomato paste and a blend of dried herbs (basil, oregano, mustard powder) and onion powder. Chicken broth and half and half are gradually added to create a smooth, simmered base. Softened cream cheese and drained Rotel tomatoes introduce richness and a mild tang, with reserved tomato juice available to adjust sauce consistency if needed. Parmesan cheese is stirred in off the heat to add depth and subtle sharpness. A pinch of red pepper flakes can provide a gentle heat if desired.
The sauce is served warm with cooked refrigerated ravioli gently folded in to fully coat each pasta piece. It produces a creamy, herbaceous dish with a balance of dairy richness and tomato brightness. The sauce's texture is smooth and thick enough to cling to the ravioli.
This sauce pairs well as a hearty entree, suitable for serving with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables. It is recommended to use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting and flavor. Optional additions like fresh spinach or basil can be stirred in for variation.
Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to three days. While freezing is possible, ravioli texture may be compromised when reheated from frozen.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter I use Land O' Lakes, salted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon EACH: onion powder
- ½ teaspoon EACH: dried basil
- ½ teaspoon EACH: dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon EACH: mustard powder
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups half and half half light cream/half milk
- 10 oz. rotel tomatoes with green chilies juices reserved
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 20 oz. ravioli refrigerated
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Prep Work: Measure out all ingredients prior to beginning.
- Melt the butter in a large high-walled skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring continuously. Add the flour and cook for 2 more minutes. Add the tomato paste, onion powder, basil, oregano, and mustard powder. Stir to combine.
- Add the chicken broth in small splashes, stirring continuously. Add the half and half in the same manner. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer.
- Add the softened cream cheese and drained diced tomatoes. (Pro Tip: Reserve the tomato juice in case you’d like to thin the sauce out at the end.)
- Cook the ravioli according to package instructions, drain.
- Reduce heat of the sauce to low. Gradually sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and stir until combined. Add the red pepper flakes, if using.
- Add the ravioli and use a silicone spatula to gently stir until combined. Add any of the reserved tomato juice if desired. Serve!
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better melting and flavor.
- Fresh spinach or basil can be added optionally to the sauce.
- Rotate diced Roma or regular tomatoes can replace Rotel tomatoes.
- To soften cream cheese quickly, warm it sealed in the microwave for 5 minutes using a cup of water to moderate heat.
- This sauce pairs well with 4-cheese ravioli or can substitute tortellini.
- Store refrigerated leftovers up to 3 days; freezing may affect ravioli texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 513 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 513kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 904mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 244mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 627IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 177mg | 18% |
| Iron | 11mg | 61% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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