Ravioli or ravioli are a square or circular filled pasta, originally from Italy. In this recipe, the ravioli is homemade and filled with a mixture of fresh spinach, ricotta cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. The dough in this recipe is made with flour, eggs, salt, and olive oil, and rolled out to 1/8-inch thickness. It is cut into circles, filled with the spinach and cheese mixture and sealed. The ravioli are boiled for about 2-3 minutes in salted water until al dente. They are served with a tomato sauce or with butter and sage.
Cheese and spinach ravioli
This recipe for Homemade Stuffed Cheese and Spinach Ravioli, served with tomato sauce or butter and sage. ideal to surprise your loved ones at a dinner.
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kcalIngredients:
2 Cup flour
3 und Large eggs
1/2 Tablespoon salt
1 Tablespoon oliva oil
2 Cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 Cup Ricotta cheese
1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan cheese
1 Pinch Salt and pepper to taste
1 Bit Tomato sauce or butter and sage to serve
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, eggs, salt and olive oil until the dough comes together. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix the spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Use a ravioli cutter or small glass to cut the dough into 2-inch diameter circles.
- Place a tablespoon of the spinach and cheese mixture in the center of each dough circle. Fold the circle in half and press the edges to seal. Make sure to get all the air out of the ravioli.
- Boil the ravioli in salted water for about 2-3 minutes or until al dente. Serve with tomato sauce or butter and sage.
Ravioli and the health benefits
They can be a good source of complex carbohydrates and protein. Additionally, if prepared with healthy fillings such as spinach, they can provide important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A, iron, calcium and folic acid. However, it is important to note that commercial ravioli often contain a high amount of sodium and saturated fat, so it is important to read nutritional labels and moderate your consumption. Preparing homemade ravioli with fresh, healthy ingredients can be a more nutritious way to enjoy this delicious pasta.
As for calories, this will depend on the amount of ingredients used and how the pasta is served. However, one serving of ravioli (about 150 grams) can contain around 300-400 calories.
Preparation time is about 1 hour and 30 minutes, and cooking time is about 2-3 minutes.
It is important to keep in mind that preparation time may vary depending on the skill of the cook and the quantity you wish to prepare.
History of Ravioli
Ravioli is a variety of stuffed pasta that has its roots in Italian cuisine, specifically in the Liguria region of northwestern Italy. Its history goes back centuries and is linked to the evolution of pasta and the influence of the cultures that have passed through the Italian peninsula.
The exact origins of ravioli are difficult to trace, as the filled pasta has been consumed in different forms in many cultures throughout history. However, this recipe as we know it today, with its characteristic shape of small filled dough pillows, was developed in Italy during the Middle Ages.
Ravioli is believed to have been influenced by the Arab culinary traditions that came to Italy during the Middle Ages, as well as the influence of neighboring Mediterranean cultures. These include dishes such as Turkish mantı, Persian shalbāṭ, and Genoese raviolo, an early variant of modern ravioli that was filled with herbs and cheese.
Over time, these preparations became more popular and diversified throughout Italy, adopting different fillings and preparation techniques depending on the region. In some parts of the country, they are filled with meat, cheese, vegetables, fish or shellfish, while in other regions simpler fillings such as spinach and ricotta are preferred.
Ravioli has been an integral part of Italian cuisine for centuries and has become a beloved dish around the world. Today, they are served in a variety of shapes and styles in Italian restaurants and can be found on grocery store shelves in fresh or dried pasta form. Their versatility, delicious flavor, and comforting texture make them a favorite dish for many Italian food lovers.
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