Ravioli with Tomato Cream Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
727 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Ravioli with Tomato Cream Sauce
Description
This dish begins by browning sliced smoked sausage in a saucepan, developing a golden crust and rich flavor. Cheese ravioli, either fresh or frozen, are added along with pasta sauce, heavy whipping cream, and water. The mixture is brought to a boil then simmered, covered, until the ravioli are cooked through—approximately 4 to 8 minutes depending on freshness.
Seasonings like salt and black pepper are adjusted to taste. Finishing with grated Parmesan cheese adds nutty depth and complements the creamy tomato-based sauce. The smoked sausage contributes a robust, smoky element that contrasts the smooth cream sauce and tender ravioli.
Optional variations mentioned include adding garlic, Italian seasoning, softened onions, spinach, or sundried tomatoes for customized flavor. When using Italian sausage, draining excess fat after browning is recommended. Water quantity and cooking times may be adjusted based on ravioli brand and type.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces smoked sausage sliced
- 18 ounces cheese ravioli or frozen, fresh
- 1 cup pasta sauce
- ⅔ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a deep skillet or large saucepan, cook the sausage over medium-high heat until both sides are golden brown.
- Add the ravioli, pasta sauce, heavy cream, and water to the saucepan and stir.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes for fresh ravioli or 7 to 8 minutes for frozen ravioli. Taste and season with salt and pepper if desired.
- Top with parmesan cheese and serve.
Notes
- Add garlic or Italian seasoning to the sauce for enhanced flavor.
- Use any smoked sausage such as kielbasa or garlic sausage; for Italian sausage, brown and drain fat before adding other ingredients.
- Adjust water amount and cooking time depending on the ravioli brand and whether it is fresh or frozen.
- Optional additions include softened onions, fresh spinach, or sundried tomatoes for variety.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 727 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 727 | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 42g | 65% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 148mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 1550mg | 65% |
| Potassium | 306mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 897IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 14% |
| Iron | 14mg | 78% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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