Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
9 tbsp

unsalted butter

1 unit

pumpkin

halved and deseeded

1 unit

yellow onion

peeled and halved

1 pinch

kosher salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly cracked

0.5 cup

pine nuts

toasted

1 unit

wonton wrapper

1 unit

egg

lightly beaten

0.25 cup

all-purpose flour

2 unit

roma tomatoes

small dice

1 tbsp

fresh sage leaf

sliced

0.5 unit

lemon

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~4 min

Prepare pumpkin and onion: Add 1 tablespoon of butter to each pumpkin half and to the halved onion. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~4 min

Wrap the onion in aluminum foil.

Step 4
~4 min

Roast pumpkin (cut-side up) and foil-wrapped onion for about 45 minutes, until soft and caramelized.

Step 5
~4 min

Scoop out the cooked pumpkin and combine with the cooked onion in a food processor. Puree until smooth and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 6
~4 min

Transfer the pumpkin puree to a bowl and mix in half of the toasted pine nuts.

Step 7
~4 min

Cover wonton wrappers with a damp cloth to prevent drying.

Step 8
~4 min

Assemble the ravioli: Place a heaping tablespoon of pumpkin puree in the center of a wonton wrapper.

Step 9
~4 min

Brush around the filling with beaten egg and cover with another wonton wrapper. Press the edges to seal.

Step 10
~4 min

Place the finished ravioli on a sheet tray dusted with flour. Freeze for later use or proceed to cooking.

Step 11
~4 min

Prepare the browned sage butter sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Cook until the butter bubbles and turns brown.

Step 12
~4 min

Remove from heat and add diced tomatoes, sliced sage, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 13
~4 min

Cook the ravioli in salted boiling water until they float to the top (about 3-5 minutes).

Step 14
~4 min

Transfer the cooked ravioli to warm bowls and drizzle with the browned sage butter sauce.

Step 15
~4 min

Top with remaining toasted pine nuts and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the pumpkin and onion a day ahead for easier assembly.

Make a large batch of ravioli and freeze them for future meals.

Adjust the amount of sage in the sauce to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Ravioli can be assembled ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium (sage and butter)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A classic Italian pasta dish, often enjoyed during the fall season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Autumn Festivals

Occasion Tags

Holiday Dinner
Family Meal
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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