Description
A delicious homemade butternut squash ravioli recipe, perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 lb fresh pasta dough (or store-bought wonton wrappers)
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
- Let the squash cool slightly, then scoop the flesh into a bowl. Discard the skin.
- Mash the squash flesh until smooth. Stir in olive oil, salt, pepper, nutmeg, Parmesan cheese, and egg yolk.
- If using fresh pasta dough, roll it out thinly. If using wonton wrappers, proceed to the next step.
- Place a teaspoon of filling onto one half of the pasta sheets (or onto each wonton wrapper).
- Moisten the edges with water and fold the other half of the pasta over the filling, pressing to seal (or place another wonton wrapper on top). Cut into ravioli shapes.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Carefully add the ravioli and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
- While the ravioli are cooking, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sage leaves. Cook until the butter is lightly browned and the sage is crispy.
- Drain the ravioli and add them to the skillet with the sage butter. Toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, topped with extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a smoother filling, you can puree the cooked squash in a food processor.
- If you don’t have fresh sage, you can omit it or use dried sage (use less, about 1/2 tsp).
- Wonton wrappers are a quick and easy alternative to fresh pasta dough.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American