Description
Classic homemade ricotta ravioli with a creamy filling and tender pasta dough, perfect for any Italian meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- A pinch of nutmeg
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Make the Dough: Place flour, eggs, and salt on a work surface, mix, and knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Rest for 30 minutes.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, lemon zest, nutmeg, and salt.
- Roll and Fill: Roll dough into thin sheets, place filling on one sheet, cover with another, seal, and cut.
- Cook: Boil ravioli for 2-3 minutes until they float.
Notes
Variations: Add spinach to the filling for a spinach-ricotta twist.
Serving Tip: Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 310
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 12g