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Olive Garden-Inspired Ravioli Carbonara

Homemade Olive Garden-Inspired Ravioli Carbonara Magic

Indulge in this Olive Garden-Inspired Ravioli Carbonara, a creamy and savory delight perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

For the Ravioli
  • 1 package Cheese-filled Ravioli fresh or frozen
For the Sauce
  • 4 oz Pancetta/Bacon or diced mushrooms for vegetarian option
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or whole milk for lighter option
  • 2 large Egg Yolks tempered to prevent scrambling
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Extra Parmesan Cheese for topping
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
  • to taste Cracked Black Pepper for finishing

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese-filled ravioli and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pancetta or bacon until it's crispy, approximately 4-5 minutes. Remove it from the skillet, leaving some drippings behind for flavor.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the heavy cream and stir before adding the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add a few spoonfuls of the warm sauce to the yolks to temper them. Whisk until smooth, then pour the mixture back into the skillet, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked ravioli and crispy pancetta to the sauce. Gently toss to coat the ravioli evenly in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Plate your Olive Garden-Inspired Ravioli Carbonara, topping it with extra Parmesan cheese, freshly chopped parsley, and cracked black pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: A side of garlic bread pairs beautifully with this dish.

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