Imagine a dish so luxurious, yet so simple, that it transforms your weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience in just 25 minutes. This Five-Ingredient Creamy Goat Cheese and Sausage Ravioli is not just a meal—it's a culinary shortcut to pure, decadent bliss that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this Italian-inspired masterpiece proves that incredible cooking doesn't have to be complicated.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package of ravioli
- 1 cup goat cheese
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Remove Italian sausage from its casing by slicing the skin lengthwise and crumbling the meat into a large skillet.
- Cook sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and no pink remains, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- While sausage is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil for the ravioli.
- Add ravioli to boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface and are tender.
- In the skillet with cooked sausage, reduce heat to medium-low and add heavy cream, stirring to combine and create a creamy sauce.
- Gently fold in goat cheese, stirring until it melts and creates a smooth, rich sauce coating the sausage.
- Drain ravioli carefully using a slotted spoon or colander, reserving a small amount of pasta water if needed to adjust sauce consistency.
- Add drained ravioli directly into the skillet with sausage and goat cheese sauce, gently tossing to coat evenly.
- Transfer ravioli to serving plates, ensuring an equal distribution of sausage and sauce.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Always reserve a little pasta water before draining—it can help you adjust the sauce consistency if needed.
- Use high-quality Italian sausage for the most robust flavor profile.
- Don't overcook the ravioli; they're done when they float to the surface, typically 3-4 minutes.
- For extra richness, use full-fat goat cheese and heavy cream.
- Fresh basil is crucial—chop it just before garnishing to preserve its bright, aromatic flavor.
- If the sauce seems too thick, thin it with a splash of reserved pasta water.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy sauce at its peak texture and temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 620kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 110mg
