{"id":4339,"date":"2026-04-11T16:04:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T16:04:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartkitchen30.com\/dinner\/creamy-sun-dried-tomato-ravioli-quick-weeknight-dinner\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T12:10:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T11:10:17","slug":"creamy-sun-dried-tomato-ravioli-quick-weeknight-dinner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartkitchen30.com\/it\/recipes-en\/creamy-sun-dried-tomato-ravioli-quick-weeknight-dinner\/","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Ravioli: Quick Weeknight Dinner"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Ravioli<\/h1>\n<p>This recipe offers an effortlessly quick and flavourful solution for a midweek dinner. Fresh ravioli cooks in mere minutes, while the rich, creamy sun-dried tomato sauce is prepared simultaneously, ensuring a complete and satisfying meal in approximately 25 minutes. The result is a comforting and exquisitely balanced dish, boasting a delightful harmony of sweet and savoury notes that will appeal to the entire family. It\u2019s perfect for those busy evenings when you crave a wholesome, homemade meal without the fuss.<\/p>\n<h2>Quick Overview<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Preparation Time: 10 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Cooking Time: 15 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty: Easy<\/li>\n<li>Serves: 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>8.8 oz (250g) fresh ravioli (spinach and ricotta filling works wonderfully)<\/li>\n<li>2.8 oz (80g) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained<\/li>\n<li>1 clove garlic<\/li>\n<li>5 fl oz (150ml) fresh double cream<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n<li>Fine sea salt, freshly ground black pepper<\/li>\n<li>A few fresh basil leaves for garnishing (optional)<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp grated Parmigiano Reggiano (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Method<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil for the ravioli.<\/li>\n<li>Meanwhile, finely chop the garlic clove and the drained sun-dried tomatoes.<\/li>\n<li>Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and gently saut\u00e9 for about 1 minute, ensuring it doesn&#8217;t burn.<\/li>\n<li>Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/li>\n<li>Pour the fresh double cream into the pan, bring to a gentle simmer, and let it bubble delicately for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce slightly thickens. Season to taste with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n<li>Cook the ravioli in the boiling water for the time indicated on the packet (usually 3-4 minutes for fresh ravioli). Drain, reserving a ladleful of the cooking water.<\/li>\n<li>Transfer the drained ravioli directly into the frying pan with the sauce. Add a little of the reserved cooking water if needed to achieve a more fluid consistency for the sauce. Stir gently to combine everything thoroughly.<\/li>\n<li>Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano, if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Serving &amp; Leftovers<\/h2>\n<p>This dish is best served immediately, warm and creamy. It&#8217;s not recommended to store leftovers of pasta with creamy sauce, as the ravioli tends to absorb too much liquid and the sauce&#8217;s consistency may alter.<\/p>\n<h2>Nutrition<\/h2>\n<p>Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portions.<\/p>\n<h2>One Last Thing<\/h2>\n<p>Incorporating dishes like Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Ravioli into your weekly routine means you&#8217;ll always have a delicious and quick solution at hand. This approach to cooking, focusing on reliable recipes and minimal preparation times, simplifies enjoying wholesome homemade meals even on the busiest of evenings.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Enjoy a truly comforting and speedy weeknight meal with this delightful creamy sun-dried tomato ravioli. Fresh pasta meets a rich, aromatic sauce for a truly satisfying dish.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":769,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pmpro_default_level":"","_cloudinary_featured_overwrite":false,"ingredients_html_en_gb":"<div style=\"background:#f9f7f2;padding:25px;border-radius:10px;border:1px solid #e8e4db;font-family:sans-serif\">\r\n    <h3 style=\"text-align:center;margin-bottom:20px\">Shop ingredients<\/h3>\r\n    <div style=\"background:#fff;padding:15px;border-radius:5px;border:1px solid #eee\">\r\n      <div style=\"text-align:center;margin-bottom:15px;border-bottom:1px dashed #ccc;padding-bottom:10px\">\r\n        <strong style=\"color:#ee1c2e;margin-bottom:10px\">TESCO<\/strong>\r\n        <div style=\"margin-bottom:8px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tesco.com\/groceries\/en-GB\/search?query=fresh%20ravioli\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color:#1a1a1a;text-decoration:underline\">Add 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