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Easy Ravioli Sauce

Easy Ravioli Sauce

This easy ravioli sauce is simple to make and features a creamy tomato sauce that pairs perfectly with your favorite ravioli.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 6 people
Calories 513 kcal

Equipment

  • large high-walled skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons salted butter I use Land O' Lakes
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 0.75 cup chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups half and half half light cream/half milk
  • 10 oz. Rotel tomatoes with green chilies juices reserved
  • 3 tablespoons cream cheese softened
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 20 oz. refrigerated ravioli
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Measure out all ingredients prior to beginning.
  • Melt the butter in a large high-walled skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
  • Add the flour and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste, onion powder, basil, oregano, and mustard powder. Stir to combine.
  • Add the chicken broth in small splashes, stirring continuously.
  • Add the half and half in the same manner. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer.
  • Add the softened cream cheese and drained diced tomatoes.
  • Cook the ravioli according to package instructions, drain.
  • Reduce heat of the sauce to low. Gradually sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and stir until combined.
  • Add the red pepper flakes, if using.
  • Add the ravioli and use a silicone spatula to gently stir until combined. Add any of the reserved tomato juice if desired.
  • Serve!

Notes

Freshly diced Roma tomatoes or regular diced tomatoes can be used instead of Rotel if preferred. A teaspoon of hot sauce makes a nice addition to the sauce and won’t make it too spicy. Optional additions include: Fresh spinach or fresh basil. Grate the Parmesan cheese from a block for better melting and taste. 20 oz. tortellini can be used in this recipe as well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 513kcal
Keyword cream sauce, Easy Ravioli Sauce, pasta, ravioli, Sauce, Tomato Sauce
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