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Ravioli With Pears & Cheese in Cacio e Pepe Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This elegant and comforting dish features ravioli stuffed with pears and cheese, enveloped in a luxurious cacio e pepe sauce made from butter, cracked black pepper, Pecorino Romano, and Parmesan cheese. The sauce is creamy and peppery, perfectly complementing the sweet and savory filling of the ravioli. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal gourmet vegetarian main course that pairs wonderfully with a crisp white wine and a light arugula salad.

Ingredients

Ravioli

  • 1 (9 oz) package fresh or frozen pear and cheese ravioli

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup reserved pasta water
  • Salt to taste

Optional Garnish

  • Extra grated cheese
  • Cracked black pepper
  • Chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pear and cheese ravioli according to package instructions until tender. Reserve about 1/3 cup of the pasta water before draining.
  2. Toast the Pepper: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the freshly cracked black pepper and toast it in the butter for about 1 minute to release its full flavor and aroma.
  3. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked ravioli to the skillet. Sprinkle in the Pecorino Romano and Parmesan cheeses. Slowly pour in the reserved pasta water a little at a time, gently tossing the ravioli to create a creamy sauce that clings well to each piece.
  4. Adjust Sauce Consistency and Seasoning: Add additional pasta water if needed until the sauce reaches your desired creaminess. Taste and adjust the seasoning with a pinch of salt if necessary.
  5. Serve: Immediately plate the ravioli and garnish with extra cheese, cracked pepper, or chopped parsley as desired for an added touch of flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Use high-quality Pecorino Romano and Parmesan cheese and grate them very finely to ensure a smooth, creamy sauce.
  • Reserved pasta water is essential to create a silky texture in the sauce.
  • Pair this dish with a crisp white wine such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc for an enhanced dining experience.
  • A simple arugula salad provides a fresh, peppery contrast to the richness of the ravioli.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/ravioli-with-pears-and-cheese-in-cacio-e-pepe-sauce-recipe/