Heart-Shaped Ravioli for Special Occasions
Make romantic heart-shaped ravioli filled with rich flavors for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Perfect for impressing your loved ones! 🍝💖
Equipment
- 1 Heart-shaped cookie cutter
- 1 Rolling Pin
- Mixing bowl
- 1 Pasta wheel or sharp knife
- 1 Large pot
- Slotted spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour For the Dough
- 2 large eggs For the Dough
- 1 tbsp olive oil For the Dough
- A pinch of salt For the Dough
- 1 cup ricotta cheese For the Filling
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese For the Filling
- 1 cup spinach (cooked and chopped) For the Filling
- A pinch of nutmeg For the Filling
- Salt and pepper to taste For the Filling
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter For the Sauce
- 4-5 fresh sage leaves For the Sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste For the Sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Make a well in the center and crack the eggs into it. Add olive oil.Gradually mix until dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling:Combine ricotta, parmesan, spinach, nutmeg, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Roll and Cut Dough:Roll out dough thinly using a rolling pin or pasta roller. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out pairs of heart shapes.
- Assemble Ravioli:Place a small amount of filling in the center of one dough heart. Cover with another heart and seal edges using a fork.
- Cook Ravioli:Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently add ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they float.
- Prepare the Sauce:Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add sage leaves and cook until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve:Drizzle sage butter sauce over cooked ravioli. Garnish with grated parmesan and fresh herbs.
Notes
- For a vibrant touch, use beet or spinach juice in the dough for natural coloring.
- Feel free to substitute fillings like mushrooms or butternut squash for variety.