Description
Indulge in a cozy evening with Creamy Date Night Broccoli Alfredo Ravioli. This delightful dish features al dente ravioli stuffed with tender broccoli, all enveloped in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce infused with garlic and parmesan. Perfect for romantic dinners or casual gatherings, it’s an effortless recipe that promises to impress your loved ones and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz fresh or frozen ravioli
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Broccoli: Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Steam until tender and bright green, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the Ravioli: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook ravioli until they float to the surface (about 3-4 minutes for fresh).
- Create the Alfredo Sauce: In a separate pan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in heavy cream and gradually stir in parmesan until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss Everything Together: Fold cooked ravioli and steamed broccoli into the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve Hot: Plate your dish with extra parmesan if desired, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Stirring
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 100mg