Ravioli

Ravioli

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A plate of ravioli
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Type	Pasta
Course	Main course
Place of origin	Italy
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Cooking time	minutes to minutes
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Main ingredients	Pasta, Cheese, Meat, Vegetables
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Food energy	kcal
Nutritional value	Protein: g, Fat: g, Carbohydrate: g
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Ravioli are a type of pasta comprising a filling enveloped in thin pasta dough. They are typically served in broth or with a sauce.

History

Ravioli have a long history in Italian cuisine, with the earliest mentions dating back to the 14th century. The word "ravioli" is derived from the Italian word "riavvolgere," which means "to wrap."

Preparation

Ravioli are made by placing a filling between two layers of pasta dough, which are then sealed around the edges. The filling can vary widely, including cheese, meat, vegetables, or a combination of these ingredients. Common cheese fillings include ricotta and parmesan.

Dough

The dough for ravioli is typically made from wheat flour and eggs, which are mixed to form a smooth, elastic dough. The dough is then rolled out into thin sheets.

Filling

The filling is placed in small mounds on one sheet of pasta, and another sheet is placed on top. The pasta is then cut into individual pieces, each containing a portion of filling.

Serving

Ravioli can be served in a variety of ways. They are often boiled and served with a tomato sauce, cream sauce, or simply with butter and sage. In some regions, ravioli are served in a broth as a soup.

Variations

There are many regional variations of ravioli throughout Italy and the world. In Sardinia, ravioli are often filled with ricotta and lemon zest. In Tuscany, they may be filled with spinach and ricotta.

Nutritional Information

Ravioli are a good source of carbohydrates and protein, depending on the filling. They can be high in calories and fat if filled with cheese or meat and served with a rich sauce.

See also

• Tortellini
• Agnolotti
• Pasta

External links

• Ravioli on WikiMD

Ravioli

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  Ravioli with ham and asparagus in mascarpone cream
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  Lettuce ravioli
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  Homemade ravioli with ricotta