Description
Easy Weeknight Creamy Tuscan Ravioli is a quick and delicious meal featuring tender store-bought ravioli enveloped in a rich, creamy parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Ready in under 30 minutes, this comforting recipe balances savory, creamy, and tangy flavors perfect for busy evenings. It’s versatile, simple, and feels elegantly gourmet without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
Ravioli
- Store-bought cheese or spinach ravioli (12 oz)
Sauce & Vegetables
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ravioli according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
- Sauté the Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add Spinach: Toss the fresh spinach into the skillet and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine with the vegetables. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly and the cheese melts completely.
- Combine Ravioli and Sauce: Gently fold the cooked ravioli into the creamy sauce. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick to help loosen and coat the ravioli evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve Hot: Transfer the ravioli and sauce immediately to plates or bowls. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil, extra parmesan, or cracked black pepper as desired for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for a richer, creamier sauce.
- Do not overcook ravioli to keep them tender yet firm (al dente).
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency and improve sauce adhesion.
- Simmer the sauce gently to prevent curdling and ensure a smooth texture.
- Finely chop sun-dried tomatoes to evenly distribute their flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tuscan / Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: creamy tuscan ravioli, quick ravioli recipe, weeknight dinner, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, parmesan sauce, easy italian pasta, vegetarian pasta