🍄 Mushroom Ravioli with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
📝 Description
Soft, pillowy ravioli filled with earthy mushrooms, tossed in a luxurious creamy mushroom sauce infused with garlic, herbs, and parmesan. This dish is deeply savory, elegant, and perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Ravioli Filling
- 2 cups mushrooms (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
For the Pasta Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt
(You can also use store-bought ravioli sheets or ready ravioli to save time.)
For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Filling
- Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté mushrooms until soft and moisture evaporates.
- Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
- Cool slightly, then mix with ricotta, parmesan, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Prepare the Dough
- Mix flour and salt, then add eggs and olive oil.
- Knead into a smooth dough (8–10 minutes).
- Cover and rest for 20–30 minutes.
3. Shape the Ravioli
- Roll dough thin and cut into sheets.
- Place small spoonfuls of filling on one sheet.
- Cover with another sheet, seal edges, and cut into squares.
4. Cook Ravioli
- Boil in salted water for 3–4 minutes until they float.
- Drain and set aside.
5. Make the Creamy Mushroom Sauce
- Heat butter and olive oil in a pan.
- Sauté mushrooms until golden.
- Add garlic, cook briefly.
- Pour in cream, simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in parmesan, seasoning, salt, and pepper.
6. Combine
- Add cooked ravioli to the sauce.
- Toss gently until coated.
🍽️ Serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan.
- Serve hot with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
❓ Q/A
Q1: Can I use store-bought ravioli?
Yes, it saves time and still tastes amazing with the homemade sauce.
Q2: Can I make it without cream?
You can substitute with milk + a little flour or use a light cream alternative.
Q3: What mushrooms work best?
Button, cremini, or a mix (like shiitake for deeper flavor).
Q4: Can I freeze ravioli?
Yes, freeze uncooked ravioli and boil directly from frozen.
Q5: How to make it healthier?
Use whole wheat pasta and light cream or Greek yogurt.