Category: Pasta -

Basil-Ricotta Ravioli with Spinach     

Ingredients:
3/4 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated and divided (about 1/4 cup)
1/4 cup torn fresh basil, divided
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
3/8 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
ravioli pasta
1 large egg, lightly beaten
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 garlic cloves, sliced
10 ounce baby spinach (about 8 cups)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Preparation:
Combine ricotta, 3 tablespoons Parmesan, 2 tablespoons basil, rind, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Prepare pasta for ravioli. Place 1 tablespoon ricotta mixture in center of each ravioli. Bring a large saucepan filled with water to a boil. Carefully add ravioli to pan; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove ravioli with a slotted spoon.

Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet over medium; add garlic, and sauté 2 minutes. Stir in remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt and spinach until wilted. Stir in juice. Divide spinach mixture among 4 plates; top evenly with ravioli, remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan, remaining 2 tablespoons basil, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and remaining 2 teaspoons oil.

Date added: 2018-07-16
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