Description
Lobster Ravioli with Creamy Sauce is a luxurious and comforting dish perfect for a special dinner. Featuring tender lobster-stuffed ravioli coated in a rich, creamy sauce, this recipe combines fresh flavors and elegant presentation to make any meal extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Ravioli:
- 1 package (about 12 ounces) lobster ravioli (fresh or frozen)
- Salt, for pasta water
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken or seafood broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Ravioli:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the ravioli and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes for fresh ravioli or 6-7 minutes for frozen.
- Carefully drain the ravioli and set aside.
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Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
- Stir in the white wine (if using) and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the heavy cream and broth to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, thyme, and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Combine and Serve:
- Gently fold the cooked ravioli into the creamy sauce, making sure they are well coated.
- Serve the ravioli with the sauce topped with fresh parsley.
Notes:
- For added flavor, you can sauté some chopped shallots along with the garlic.
- A sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese on top of the finished dish can enhance the richness of the sauce.
- If you have leftover lobster meat, you can add it to the sauce for extra lobster flavor.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sauté some chopped shallots along with the garlic.
- A sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese on top of the finished dish can enhance the richness of the sauce.
- If you have leftover lobster meat, you can add it to the sauce for extra lobster flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg