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Creamy Pumpkin Ravioli

Creamy Pumpkin Ravioli with Sage Brown Butter Sauce

Homemade pumpkin ravioli filled with a creamy ricotta and pumpkin mixture, tossed in a brown butter sage sauce. A delicious and easy fall recipe.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Filling
  • 1 15-ounce can Pumpkin Puree
  • 0.5 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 1 Egg Lightly beaten
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Pasta Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Plus more for dusting
  • 3 Eggs Large
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • Pinch Salt
Sage Brown Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 Shallot Minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can Diced Tomatoes Undrained
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • Several Fresh Sage Leaves For garnish (optional)
  • To taste Salt and Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Pasta Machine or Rolling Pin
  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Ravioli Cutter or Knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the pumpkin filling: In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin puree, ricotta, Parmesan cheese, egg, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. Make the pasta dough: On a clean surface, mound flour, create a well, and add eggs, olive oil, and salt. Gradually incorporate flour until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Roll and cut the pasta: Divide dough in half. Roll out one half using a pasta machine or rolling pin to your desired thickness. Cut out circles or squares using a ravioli cutter or knife.
  4. Assemble the ravioli: Place a spoonful of pumpkin filling in the center of each pasta piece. Fold over to form a half-moon or square, pressing edges to seal.
  5. Cook the ravioli: Bring salted water to a boil. Gently add ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
  6. Make the sage brown butter sauce: While ravioli cook, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic, cook until softened (2-3 minutes). Stir in tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes. Add heavy cream and Parmesan, season with salt and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened (2-3 minutes). Stir in fresh sage leaves.
  7. Serve: Drain the cooked ravioli and add them to the creamy sage brown butter sauce. Toss gently to coat. Serve immediately, garnished with extra sage leaves if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use whole milk ricotta cheese. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little heat. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.