Valentines Ravioli Recipe Guide
Discover the perfect guide for crafting irresistible Valentines ravioli ideal for a romantic dinner
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 150 grams of beetroot, cooked and pureed
- 300 grams of all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 200 grams of ricotta cheese
- 100 grams of spinach
- 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese
- 30 grams of nuts (walnuts or pine nuts)
- 50 grams of butter
- 10 grams of fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta Dough: In a bowl, combine the flour and beetroot puree. Create a well in the center and crack in the eggs. Beat the mixture gradually integrating the flour until a dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes, wrap in cling film and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted, then transfer to a food processor along with ricotta, Parmesan, and nuts. Pulse until smooth, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Roll out the Dough: Divide the dough into four portions. Roll out each piece on a floured surface until thin enough to see your hand underneath (about 1/16 inch).
- Fill and Shape the Ravioli: Place teaspoons of filling, evenly spaced apart, on one sheet of dough. Brush with a mix of water and egg yolk, then lay another sheet on top. Press firmly around each mound to seal, then cut into shapes using a heart-shaped cutter.
- Cooking: Boil ravioli in salted water for no more than 4 minutes to maintain a chewy structure without being hard.
- Butter-Basil Sauce: Melt butter over low heat, then toss with cooked ravioli and fresh basil for an aromatic finish.
Notes
Capture the essence of romance with Valentine’s Ravioli, a dish featuring beetroot-infused pasta and a creamy, flavorful filling.