Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.13 cup

all-purpose flour

3 unit

egg yolks

lightly beaten

1 unit

egg

lightly beaten

0.5 tbsp

milk

1 tsp

extra-virgin olive oil

6 unit

Pecorino cheese

cut into rectangles

1 pinch

salt

4 tbsp

unsalted butter

1.25 tsp

orange zest

finely grated

1 pinch

pepper

freshly ground

Step 1
~3 min

Pulse flour in a food processor.

Step 2
~3 min

Add egg yolks, egg, milk, and olive oil; process until a dough forms.

Step 3
~3 min

Knead the dough until smooth (about 2 minutes).

Step 4
~3 min

Flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic, and let stand for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Cut the dough into 4 equal pieces; work with one at a time, keeping the rest wrapped.

Step 6
~3 min

Flatten with hands and run through a pasta machine until thinnest setting.

Step 7
~3 min

Cut pasta sheet into six 3 1/2-inch squares.

Step 8
~3 min

Transfer squares to a floured baking sheet and cover with plastic wrap.

Step 9
~3 min

Repeat with remaining pasta dough.

Step 10
~3 min

Lay a pasta square on the work surface.

Step 11
~3 min

Set a piece of cheese 1/3 inch from the bottom edge.

Step 12
~3 min

Fold the top of the square over the cheese to make a rectangle.

Step 13
~3 min

Press lightly around the filling to release any air.

Step 14
~3 min

Repeat with remaining pasta and cheese.

Step 15
~3 min

Trim the ravioli edges with a fluted pastry cutter to seal.

Step 16
~3 min

Transfer ravioli to a floured baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate for up to 3 hours.

Step 17
~3 min

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil.

Step 18
~3 min

Salt the water generously, add the ravioli, and boil until al dente.

Step 19
~3 min

Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet and add orange zest.

Step 20
~3 min

Drain ravioli in a colander, reserving a little cooking water.

Step 21
~3 min

Add ravioli to the skillet and gently toss with butter to coat.

Step 22
~3 min

Transfer ravioli to shallow bowls.

Step 23
~3 min

Season with pepper and garnish with grated Pecorino.

Step 24
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the pasta dough is not too sticky or dry.

Don't overcook the ravioli, or the cheese will melt out.

Adjust the amount of orange zest to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Ravioli can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Ravioli is a classic Italian pasta dish, often served during special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Special occasion

Popularity Score

60/100

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