Description
Delicate Mushroom Ravioli with Spinach offers an elegant Italian pasta experience that marries earthy mushroom flavors with delicate pasta pockets. Rich herbal notes and silky textures invite you to savor each carefully crafted bite of this luxurious culinary creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 10 ounces (280 grams) ravioli (cheese ravioli, pesto-filled, etc.)
- 10 ounces (280 grams) mushrooms (cremini, button mushrooms, or baby portobellos)
- 5 ounces (140 grams) spinach, fresh
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and carefully submerge the mushroom ravioli, cooking until they reach a tender yet firm al dente texture, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Gently drain the ravioli in a colander, reserving a small amount of pasta water for potential sauce adjustment.
- Warm of extra virgin olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat, creating a fragrant cooking base.
- Introduce finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes and thinly sliced mushrooms to the heated oil, sautéing for 2 minutes while continuously stirring to develop rich, caramelized flavors.
- Incorporate fresh baby spinach leaves, finely minced garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes into the skillet, continuing to cook and toss until the spinach gracefully wilts and becomes vibrant green.
- Transfer the perfectly cooked ravioli into the vegetable mixture, drizzling an additional of olive oil and gently folding to ensure even coating and thorough reheating over medium-low temperature.
- Delicately season the dish with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste and ensuring all components are harmoniously blended.
Notes
- Elevate your dish by using fresh, high-quality mushrooms for the most robust flavor profile.
- Select al dente ravioli to maintain a perfect texture that complements the tender vegetables.
- Sauté sun-dried tomatoes and mushrooms briefly to enhance their natural umami and caramelized qualities.
- Use fresh spinach for vibrant color, crisp texture, and maximum nutritional benefits.
- Control heat carefully when combining ingredients to prevent overcooking delicate pasta and vegetables.
- Adjust seasoning gradually, tasting as you go to create a balanced and personalized final dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg