Description
Craving a quick yet indulgent pasta dinner? Dreamy Creamy Tuscan Ravioli is your perfect answer. This easy dinner recipe features pillowy ravioli smothered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce with fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes, making it one of the best comfort food ideas for busy weeknights. Whether you’re searching for healthy-ish pasta ideas, quick dinner ideas, or delicious food ideas for guests, this creamy Tuscan ravioli delivers bold flavor in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 package (9–12 oz) cheese or spinach-stuffed ravioli
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add ravioli and cook until just al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and transfer ravioli using a slotted spoon.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes.
3. Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
4. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Let it simmer 3–4 minutes. Add Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Stir gently and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
5. Gently fold in the cooked ravioli. Simmer for another 1–2 minutes to coat and warm through.
6. Plate and garnish with extra Parmesan and black pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use full-fat heavy cream for a rich, velvety sauce that won’t separate.
Don’t skip the reserved pasta water—it helps emulsify and thicken the sauce.
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein and heartiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/3 of recipe)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy ravioli, quick pasta, Tuscan recipes