Description
A delicious creamy sausage ravioli dish packed with flavor and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package cheese ravioli (fresh or frozen)
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (red and green for color)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Ravioli:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the ravioli according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the chopped bell peppers and red pepper flakes, sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Cook the Sausage:
- Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Cook until the sausage is fully browned and cooked through.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
- Simmer for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet, gently tossing to coat in the sausage and cream sauce.
- Allow everything to heat through for about 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine before adding the cream.
- If a thicker sauce is desired, let it simmer for a few extra minutes or whisk in a cornstarch slurry.
- Feel free to add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for additional flavor and nutrition.
- To make it extra cheesy, sprinkle some mozzarella into the sauce and let it melt before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg