Fried Ravioli And Asparagus

This is a wonderful new take on the traditional ravioli entrée. It takes a wonderful ravioli type of your choice and fry’s it up crispy with some delicious and fresh sautéed asparagus.

Ingredients -

1 1/2 Pounds Ravioli (of your choice)
Oil for Frying
1 Pound Asparagus Spears
3 Tablespoons Butter
Parmesan, grated, for garnish
1 Cup Prepared Tomato Sauce

Preparation:

1. In a heavy saucepan heat 3 inches of oil.

2. Deep fry the ravioli until they are golden.

3. Drain on some paper towels.

4. Parboil the asparagus for 2 minutes.

5. Remove, drain and run under cold water.

6. Melt the butter in a sauté pan and lightly sauté the asparagus.

7. Arrange the ravioli down the center of a large platter.

8. Arrange the asparagus on both sides.

9. Top the ravioli with tomato sauce.

10. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

11. Serve and enjoy.

Cooking Tip

Asparagus Fact

Asparagus is lucky enough to be cited as one of the best vegetables with the most nutrients of all vegetables.

Cooking Tip

Asparagus Selection

When buying asparagus, select the spears that are firm and fresh. Also try and purchase spears that are all the same size so that they cook in the same amount of time.