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Lemon Butter Ravioli: Your New Weeknight Obsession!

Lemon Butter Ravioli: Your New Weeknight Obsession!

Lemon butter ravioli: master this quick and elegant pasta dish. Creamy cheese ravioli in a bright lemon sauce with crispy breadcrumbs. Ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 1 pound cheese ravioli
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 bunch asparagus, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • zest and juice of 1 lemon

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, the breadcrumbs, and basil. Cook, stirring occasionally until the breadcrumbs are toasted all over, about 3 minutes. Add the cheese and cook another 2 minutes, until fried. Remove the breadcrumbs from the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Set the breadcrumbs aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli according to package directions until al dente. Drain the ravioli.
  • Place the skillet back over medium heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and the asparagus. Cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes. Add the butter, 1 clove garlic, the thyme, and lemon zest, and cook until the butter begins to brown, 3-4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, add the wine and lemon juice. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer 2-3 minutes, until the sauce reduces slightly. Drop the ravioli into the sauce, gently tossing to combine.
  • Divide the ravioli between plates. Top with breadcrumbs and additional herbs, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.