Imagine twirling your fork into a creamy, luxurious pasta dish that tastes like a decadent restaurant creation but won't derail your health goals. This Cheese Ravioli with Skinny Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo Sauce is the ultimate culinary magic trick - delivering maximum flavor with minimal calories. In just 20 minutes, you'll transform simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy meal that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package cheese ravioli
- 1 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup light cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all ingredients: chop sun-dried tomatoes finely, mince garlic cloves, and grate Parmesan cheese.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water to enhance flavor.
- Carefully add the cheese ravioli to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 3-4 minutes or until the ravioli float to the surface.
- While ravioli are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Pour in the light cream and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, stirring continuously to combine.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually add grated Parmesan cheese, whisking until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Drain the cooked ravioli thoroughly and gently fold them into the prepared sauce, ensuring each ravioli is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil if desired.
Tips
- Salt your pasta water generously - it should taste like the sea to properly season your ravioli from the inside out.
- Watch your ravioli closely while cooking; they're done when they float to the surface, typically in 3-4 minutes.
- Keep the sauce heat low to prevent cream from separating and ensure a smooth, silky texture.
- For extra flavor, toast your minced garlic slightly before adding cream to enhance its nutty undertones.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a small splash of pasta water to thin it out while maintaining richness.
- Fresh basil or parsley as a garnish can elevate the dish's visual appeal and add a bright, fresh note.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 85mg
