Ravioli Recipe

Ravioli has become an amazing staple in our society. There are many kinds of ravioli but there is an argument that it started in Italy (which is what we as the usual think, but I think out Russian friends think that they were the originators of this gourmet little mini puff of pasta filling delight. The Russians like to incorporate a lot of beer into their unique little ravioli dishes. They also like to save a lot to drink with and after the exceptional meal they where, and are consuming.

It is sad to say but the Russians use of their version of ravioli is decreasing. They are expanding the recipes they make and are using all new fillings to keep this delicious dish alive. Most are meat based while Italian and now the new craze in American is to use delicious fillings that almost always include some sort of cheese. New ingredients like sautéed vegetables like mushrooms, spinach and ricotta, pumpkins and squash are now becoming huge hits on the most posh of restaurants.

Americans mostly…because of lack of time and money are starting to steal the most perfect product from the brilliant Chinese…wonton wrappers. The use of these wrappers cuts down so much time you wouldn’t believe it. It also saves a ton of money. Now you tell me, who doesn’t love to save money?? If you don’t like to say the cash-olla email me and you can send it on over to me….I might even invite you to dinner!


Featured Recipe
Smoked Salmon Ravioli
Ingredients -
2 Cups All Purpose Flour
2 Eggs (beaten)
2 Egg Yolks
1 Pound Smoked Salmon
2 Eggs
1 Cup Heavy Cream
2 Teaspoons Fresh Chives (chopped)
1/2 Teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
1 Egg (beaten)
Gruyere Cheese (16 ounces, shredded)
1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Preparation:

TO MAKE THE PASTA:

1. Place the flour in a mound on a smooth work area.

2. Creating a well in the center.

3. Pour the 2 beaten eggs and 2 egg yolks into the well.

4. Slowly pull the flour into the eggs until it is all incorporated.

5. Finish kneading by hand, adding more flour if needed for a smooth consistency.

6. Divide the pasta in half and roll out each half or feed through a pasta roller until thin, number 6 setting on the machine.

7. Roll out as many sheets of pasta as possible.

FOR THE SMOKED SALMON MOUSSE:

8. Ppuree the smoked salmon and 2 eggs together until smooth.

9. Slowly add 1 cup heavy cream, chopped chives, and pepper.

10. Mix thoroughly.

11. To assemble the raviolis, prepare a smooth, floured surface.

12. Lay out the pasta.

13. Divide the smoked salmon mousse into 24 equal-sized portions and place these portions two inches apart on one sheet of pasta.

14. Brush the beaten egg on the pasta between the mounds of salmon mousse.

15. Cover with the other sheet of pasta.

16. Cut raviolis apart.

17. Refrigerate or freeze until you are ready to use.

18. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, add raviolis, and cook about 6 minutes.

19. Drain well with a colander.

20. Meanwhile, add to each of 8 fireproof plates 1 ounce gruyere cheese and 1/8 cup heavy cream.

21. Heat under the broiler until the cheese melts.

22. Add the raviolis and sprinkle 1 ounce more gruyere on top.

23. Place under the broiler until the cheese browns lightly.

24. Serve the stuffed raviolis on the warm plates.


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