Spinach and Cheese Ravioli

Original Kaboose.com recipe and photography by Vanessa Bush

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This tasty twist on an Italian classic uses wonton wrappers to hold the spinach filling; you cut your prep time in half and the preparation is simple enough that the kids can help. Plus, the ingredients for this recipe don't cost more than $10 -- this is one great cheap eat!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cups baby spinach (about 7 ounces)
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup shredded Italian-blend cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 package wonton wrappers (about 48 wrappers)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Cooking Instructions

  1. Warm a pat of butter in a pan over medium heat; add spinach and sauté until wilted, about 5 minutes. Let cool, then chop coarsely.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Italian-blend cheeses, basil and nutmeg. Add spinach and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
  3. Line a baking sheet with non-stick parchment paper; you will use this to lay out your wontons. Fill a small bowl with cool water. Remove wonton wrappers from package, dip them one at a time in water, and lay flat on parchment.
  4. Spoon spinach and cheese mixture onto wrappers. Fold in half and, using a fork, crimp the edges. Run a wet finger along the edges to seal, then put ravioli sheet in refrigerator for about 5 minutes to set.
  5. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the water, to keep ravioli from sticking together.
  6. Add ravioli to boiling water; cook for about 8-10 minutes. Remove immediately and drain. Serve with marinara sauce and grated parmesan cheese.
Preparation Time:

20 minutes


Cooking Time:

10 minutes


Ready In:

30 minutes


Servings:

8 (6 ravioli per serving)


How kids can help

Get the kids involved by letting your little ones scoop the cheese filling into the wrapper.

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