Thursday, November 6, 2008

Ravioli w/ Peas & Shallots by Real Simple

Serves 4. I made this tonight for dinner.

Easy. Quick. *Very* Light (not necessarily in calories, but in taste) Not an amazing recipe, but definitely yummy, quick & nutritional...and the kids loved it.

1 package of fresh (or packaged) cheese ravioli (TJs 3 cheese fresh ravioli is yummy).
2 T butter
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 bag of frozen peas
1t grated lemon zest (if you like lemon - I didn't do it and it was still great.)
Kosher/Sea Salt & Pepper

Directions
  1. Cook ravioli according to package.
  2. Meanwhile heat butter on medium heat until melted. Add shallots, sautee for 2-3 minutes (until soft & clear).
  3. Add peas, (lemon zest), 1/2 t salt & 1/4t pepper (I never measure salt & pepper, just do what you like), AND 1/2 Cup of reserved pasta water (if pasta isn't done cooking yet, just scoop out a 1/2C). Cook partially covered until all is heated through.
  4. Divide ravioli among bowls and top w/ pea mixture.
  5. Looks pretty - tastes great.
**Oscar would have liked a thicker sauce, so as an option, I would suggest a creamy alfredo sauce lightly drizzled over the top w/ freshly grated parmesan.

0 comments: