Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Easy Ravioli Sauce, a creamy and flavorful delight that transforms ordinary ravioli into a gourmet meal in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy families or unexpected guests, this sauce combines rich garlic, zesty tomatoes, and a blend of cheeses to create a comforting dish everyone will love. Whether paired with cheese, meat, or vegetable ravioli, this versatile sauce provides a satisfying flavor profile that will impress palates of all ages. Enjoy it cozy on a weeknight or serve it at your next dinner party for a touch of culinary elegance.
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups half and half
- 10 oz. Rotel tomatoes with green chilies (juices reserved)
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese (softened)
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 20 oz. refrigerated ravioli
- 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Measure out all ingredients.
- In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic for 2 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add tomato paste and spices; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate chicken broth, followed by half and half; bring to a boil and then simmer.
- Mix in cream cheese and drained diced tomatoes.
- Cook ravioli as per package instructions; drain.
- Combine cooked ravioli with the sauce and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg