Brocciu and Spinach Ravioli Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 and 1/2 cups Brocciu cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions:
- Combine Brocciu cheese, spinach, garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and beaten egg in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
- For the pasta dough, mix flour and salt in a separate mixing bowl.
- Add eggs and water to the flour mixture.
- Mix together until the dough comes together.
- Transfer the dough on a floured surface and knead for 5-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough with a towel and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- Roll out the pasta dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Make sure to dust some flour on the surface to avoid sticking.
- Cut out circles of pasta dough using a cookie cutter or a glass.
- Place a teaspoon of the filling in the center of each circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling to form a semi-circle. Use a fork to seal the edges together.
- Repeat the process until all the dough is used up.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- Carefully add the ravioli to the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float to the top and are cooked through.
- Remove the ravioli from the water using a slotted spoon.
- Drain off any excess water, then serve with your favorite sauce.
- Enjoy!
Verdict:
This Brocciu and Spinach Ravioli recipe is a delicious twist on the classic ravioli dish. The combination of the creamy Brocciu cheese and spinach filling with the homemade pasta is simply amazing.
Serving Suggestions:
You can serve the ravioli with a simple tomato sauce or dress it up with a creamy Alfredo sauce. Top with some toasted pine nuts or a sprinkle of chopped basil for added flavor and texture. This dish pairs well with a nice glass of red wine.
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