Description
This Easy Ravioli Sauce transforms ordinary pasta dishes into extraordinary meals. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a rich and creamy sauce that’s perfect for ravioli, spaghetti, or even as a zesty pizza base. The delightful blend of garlic, onions, and Italian herbs creates a flavor explosion that will impress your family and friends. Simple enough for busy weeknights yet delicious enough for special occasions, this versatile sauce is made with everyday ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. With its velvety texture and tomatoey goodness, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/3 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté for 4-5 minutes until onions are soft.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional minute.
- Add chicken stock, diced tomatoes, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot over ravioli or your favorite pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauce
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: To make this sauce vegetarian-friendly, swap chicken stock with vegetable stock. Enhance the flavor by adding fresh herbs like basil or parsley before serving. For extra variety, consider throwing in vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms.