Mushroom and Ricotta Ravioli

Are you tired of the same old pasta dishes and looking for a new and exciting recipe to try? Look no further than this Mushroom and Ricotta Ravioli recipe! This dish is a delicious and savory twist on traditional ravioli, perfect for impressing dinner guests or simply treating yourself to a gourmet meal. In this blog post, we will explore the step-by-step process of making this delectable dish, from preparing the dough to filling and cooking the ravioli. So grab your apron and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece!

Ingredients:

  • 1 package of fresh pasta sheets
  • 1 cup of ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup of chopped mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped mushrooms and cook until they are soft and browned.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Remove the mushroom mixture from the heat and let it cool.
  6. In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and beaten egg.
  7. Add the cooled mushroom mixture to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
  8. Lay out a pasta sheet and place small dollops of the mushroom and cheese mixture evenly spaced on the sheet.
  9. Brush the edges of the pasta sheet with water and place another sheet on top, pressing down around the filling to seal.
  10. Use a ravioli cutter or a knife to cut out the individual ravioli pieces.
  11. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ravioli for 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the top.
  12. Remove the ravioli from the water with a slotted spoon and serve hot.
  13. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Tips:

  • Make sure to seal the ravioli well to prevent the filling from leaking out during cooking.
  • You can make the ravioli in advance and freeze them for later use.
  • Experiment with different fillings, such as spinach and ricotta or butternut squash and sage.
  • Serve the ravioli with a simple tomato sauce or browned butter and sage.