Spinach Ravioli Recipe
Four-cheese and spinach-filled ravioli, baked with fresh spinach and mushrooms in our homemade Pecorino Romano sauce
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Ingredients
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Ravioli Filling
Pasta Dough
Sauce
Method
Ravioli Filling Preparation
- 1
Sauté Spinach
In a pan over medium heat, add the fresh spinach and sauté until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 2
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the wilted spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, pecorino romano, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
Pasta Dough Preparation
- 3
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs and olive oil. Mix with a fork until combined, then knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Assembly
- 4
Roll Out Dough
After resting, divide the dough into four pieces. Roll out each piece thinly using a pasta machine or a rolling pin.
- 5
Form Ravioli
Place small mounds of the filling on one sheet of pasta, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Moisten the edges with water, fold the dough over, and press to seal. Cut into individual ravioli.
Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
Make Cream Sauce
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated pecorino romano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 8
Add Spinach
Add the fresh spinach to the sauce and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Baking
- 9
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 10
Combine Ravioli and Sauce
In a baking dish, layer the cooked ravioli and pour the cream sauce over the top. Toss gently to coat.
- 11
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until heated through and slightly golden on top.