Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
9 oz

fresh cheese-filled ravioli

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 bunch

spinach

rinsed and stemmed

2 cup

grape tomatoes

1 tbsp

onion powder

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

freshly ground black pepper

to taste

4 tbsp

grated Parmesan cheese

Step 1
~2 min

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add the cheese-filled ravioli to the boiling water.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 3
~2 min

Cook the ravioli for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are tender.

Step 4
~2 min

Remove the ravioli from heat and drain them thoroughly.

Step 5
~2 min

Set the cooked ravioli aside.

Step 6
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Add spinach, grape or cherry tomatoes, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet.

Step 8
~2 min

Sauté the vegetables until the spinach and tomatoes wilt, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Stir in the cooked ravioli to the skillet with the vegetables.

Step 10
~2 min

Cook the ravioli and vegetable mixture for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, ensuring the ravioli are heated through.

Step 11
~2 min

Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 12
~2 min

Spoon equal portions of the ravioli and vegetable mixture onto individual plates.

Step 13
~2 min

Sprinkle each serving evenly with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 14
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh, high-quality ravioli for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the ravioli, as they will become mushy.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially made ahead; sauté the vegetables in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caesar Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Common Italian comfort food, adapted for convenience.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Lunch

Popularity Score

60/100

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