Delicious Homemade Four Cheese Ravioli Recipe

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Delicious Homemade Four Cheese Ravioli Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 13, 2023

This homemade four cheese ravioli recipe is a delightful pasta dish that is perfect for cheese lovers. The ravioli is filled with a blend of four different cheeses, resulting in a creamy and flavorful filling. The pasta dough is made from scratch, ensuring a delicious and authentic taste. Serve the ravioli with your favorite sauce and enjoy a comforting and satisfying meal. With a preparing time of 60 minutes, this dish can be a delightful main course for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • For the Pasta Dough:
  • - 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • - 2 large eggs
  • - 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • - 1/4 cup water
  • For the Filling:
  • - 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • - 1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese
  • - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For Cooking and Serving:
  • - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • - 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • - Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt for the pasta dough. Make a well in the center and add the eggs and water. Mix until the dough comes together.
  2. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  3. In the meantime, prepare the filling. In a bowl, mix together the ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, gorgonzola, parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
  4. After the dough has rested, cut it in half. Roll out one half of the dough into a thin sheet using a rolling pin or a pasta machine. Remember to keep the other half covered to prevent drying.
  5. Place tablespoons of the cheese filling onto the rolled-out dough, leaving space between each filling. Fold the dough over the filling and press down around each mound of filling to seal the ravioli. Use a ravioli cutter or a sharp knife to cut out the individual ravioli.
  6. Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.
  7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli in batches for about 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Remove them from the water with a slotted spoon and transfer to a serving dish.
  8. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour the garlic butter over the cooked ravioli.
  9. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the ravioli and garnish with fresh parsley.
  10. Serve the homemade four cheese ravioli warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Ravioli originated in Italy and is traditionally served as a first course.
  • The combination of ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, and gorgonzola cheeses creates a rich and creamy filling.
  • Making pasta from scratch allows you to control the ingredients and create a truly authentic flavor.
  • Homemade ravioli is a labor of love but worth the effort for the delicious taste and satisfaction of making it from scratch.