Description
Olive Garden’s ravioli carbonara brings Italian comfort straight to home kitchens with its creamy sauce and perfectly cooked pasta. Rich pancetta, silky cream, and parmesan cheese create a luxurious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cheese ravioli
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese
Cheese and Dairy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese for topping
Flavor Enhancers and Garnish:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the ravioli in salted water according to package instructions until perfectly tender, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté until aromatic and lightly golden, about 30-45 seconds.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, gradually blend in ricotta and Parmesan cheeses, and incorporate whole milk, stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a smooth, velvety sauce.
- Season the creamy sauce with freshly ground black pepper and kosher salt, adjusting flavors to taste and maintaining a gentle simmer.
- Gently transfer the cooked ravioli into the sauce, carefully folding to ensure each pasta pillow is evenly coated with the luxurious cream mixture.
- Sprinkle crispy bacon pieces over the ravioli, garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
- Serve immediately while the sauce is hot and the ravioli are steaming, ensuring maximum flavor and optimal texture.
Notes
- Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or milk to reduce calories without compromising texture.
- Toast garlic gently to prevent burning and release subtle, nutty flavors.
- Use pre-cooked bacon or pancetta for a quicker preparation and consistent crispiness.
- Make this dish vegetarian by replacing bacon with roasted pine nuts or sautéed mushrooms for added depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 628 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 44 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg