Friday, March 4, 2011

Ravioli with Balsamic Brown Butter

The first recipe is the Ravioli with Balsamic Brown Butter Sauce. I got this recipe from Giada from the Food Network. I have made this with both ravioli and tortellini.. whatever I have in my freezer. It works with both! :) And it seriously takes 3 minutes total once your water comes to a boil. Its great! And it makes your kitchen smell super good too!!!

Ravioli with Balsamic Brown Butter Sauce
  • 18 to 20 ounces store-bought ravioli (cheese, mushroom, or squash) (I used the Walmart brand of cheese ravioli, it is 25 oz and I think its like $2)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup toasted, chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the ravioli and cook 4 to 5 minutes (the brand that I used, took 3 minutes total, once the water boiled), until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally. Drain ravioli onto a large serving platter.

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan cook the butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally. When the foam subsides, and the butter begins to turn a golden brown, about 3 minutes, turn off the heat. Let cool for about 1 minute. Stir in the balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

Transfer the ravioli to the pan saucepan with the balsamic brown butter. Sprinkle walnuts and Parmesan over the top. Serve immediately.

Enjoy!!

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