Creamy Spinach Parmesan Cheese Ravioli Recipes

CREAMY SPINACH-PARMESAN RAVIOLI

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
• Meanwhile, cook cream cheese spread and milk in large skillet on medium heat 1 to 2 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently. Add 1/4 cup Parmesan, spinach, dill and lemon zest; mix well.
• Drain pasta. Add to cream cheese sauce; mix lightly. Top with tomatoes and remaining Parmesan.

CREAMY SPINACH BAKED RAVIOLI

Steps:

• Pre-heat the oven to 200ºC/390ºF.
• Sauté the onion in a splash of olive oil until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and spinach and cook until the spinach has wilted.
• Mix the milk and cornflour together. Pour the cream and milk mixture into the pan and allow to simmer gently until the sauce has thickened.
• Add the Parmesan and lemon juice then season to taste.
• Layer the creamy spinach sauce with the ravioli and cheese. Place in the oven and allow to bake for 10-15 minutes until the top is golden brown and the ravioli is heated through.
• Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes then serve.

RAVIOLI IN CREAMY SPINACH SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, mix cream cheese spread, milk and Italian seasoning until blended.
• Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until crisp-tender.
• Drain pasta, reserving 1/3 cup cooking water; cover pasta to keep warm. Add reserved water and cream cheese mixture to skillet; cook and stir on medium heat 2 min. Add spinach; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or just until spinach starts to wilt. Add pasta; stir to evenly coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

CREAMY SPINACH-PARMESAN CHEESE RAVIOLI

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
• Meanwhile, cook reduced-fat cream cheese, garlic and milk in large skillet on medium heat 1 to 2 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently. Add 1/4 cup Parmesan, spinach, bell peppers and crushed pepper; mix well. Cook 2 min. or just until spinach starts to wilt.
• Drain pasta. Add to cream cheese sauce; toss to coat. Top with remaining Parmesan.

CREAMY SPINACH RAVIOLI

Steps:

• Slice mushrooms. Chop onion. Dice bell pepper.
• Cook ravioli according to package directions. Drain, and return to pot. Cover and keep warm.
• Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Lightly spray skillet with nonstick cooking spray; add mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, garlic and black pepper. Cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until vegetables are tender all all liquid is absorbed.
• Reduce heat to low; add cream cheese and evaporated milk. Stir until cream cheese is melted and sauce is smooth. Stir in creamed spinach. Simmer over low heat 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Pour vegetable mixture over ravioli; stir gently. Serve immediately.
• Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.
• COOK'S TIP: The cooking time for fresh pasta is shorter than for dried pasta so follow the package directions carefully.