Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Stamford DinerAmelia Earhart (housemade Cheese Ravioli) Recipe

Amelia Earhart (housemade Cheese Ravioli) Recipe

Inspired by The Stamford Diner
Time1h 30m
Serves4

With tomato sauce.

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Ingredients

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Pasta Dough

Cheese Filling

Method

Pasta Dough

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs and olive oil. Gradually mix the flour into the eggs until a dough forms.

  2. 2

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Cheese Filling

  1. 3

    Mix the Filling

    In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg yolk, salt, black pepper, and chopped basil. Mix until well combined and smooth.

Tomato Sauce

  1. 4

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, salt, sugar, oregano, black pepper, and basil.

  2. 5

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.

Assembling and Cooking Ravioli

  1. 6

    Roll out the Dough

    After the dough has rested, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/16 inch thickness. Cut out circles using a round cutter or a glass.

  2. 7

    Fill the Ravioli

    Place a teaspoon of cheese filling in the center of half of the cut circles. Moisten the edges with water and fold over the other half of the circles to create a pocket. Press to seal tightly.

  3. 8

    Cook the Ravioli

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully add the ravioli and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon.

  4. 9

    Serve

    Serve the cooked ravioli topped with the tomato sauce. Garnish with additional basil and grated Parmesan if desired.

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