Jul 14 2026
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Florentine Ravioli Recipe

Inspired by Little Oven
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Seasoned ricotta combined with spinach, stuffed in a pillow pasta, tossed with your favorite sauce.

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Ingredients

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Pasta Dough

Filling

Sauce

Method

Pasta Dough

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and crack the eggs into it. Add the olive oil. Using a fork, gradually mix the flour into the eggs until a shaggy dough forms.

  2. 2

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Filling

  1. 3

    Prepare the Spinach

    In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the fresh spinach until wilted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Chop finely and squeeze out excess moisture.

  2. 4

    Mix the Filling

    In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Roll Out the Dough

    Divide the rested pasta dough into four equal parts. Roll out each part using a pasta machine or a rolling pin until thin (about 1/16 inch thick).

  2. 6

    Fill the Ravioli

    Place small mounds (about 1 tablespoon) of filling on one half of the rolled-out dough, leaving space between each mound. Brush the edges with water, fold the dough over to enclose the filling, and press to seal.

  3. 7

    Cut the Ravioli

    Using a knife or a ravioli cutter, cut between the mounds to create individual ravioli. Ensure the edges are sealed properly.

Cooking

  1. 8

    Cook the Ravioli

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully add the ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the top. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Sauce

  1. 9

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.

  2. 10

    Toss the Ravioli

    Add the cooked ravioli to the sauce and gently toss to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.

Serving

  1. 11

    Serve

    Plate the ravioli and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired. Enjoy your homemade Florentine Ravioli!

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