Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli Recipe

This unbelievably creamy walnut sauce elevates your ravioli to a whole new level! Perfect for spinach or squash ravioli, this recipe is quick, easy, and adaptable. Using walnuts (though other nuts work great!), it's ready in minutes and can be made while your ravioli cooks. This recipe offers a delicious, healthier twist by using olive oil instead of butter (though both work wonderfully!). Indulge in restaurant-quality pasta at home with minimal effort!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 606.7 kcal

Protein 16g

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Ingredients for Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli

Ravioli
Walnuts
Unsalted Butter
1/4 cup olive oil
Parmesan Cheese
Heavy Cream

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How to Make Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli

Combine 1 cup walnuts in a food processor and grind until completely smooth.
Add 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter and 1/4 cup olive oil to the food processor. Pulse until a smooth paste forms.
Add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or 1/2 cup jarred Parmesan) and pulse 2-3 times until combined.
With the food processor running, gradually add 1/2 cup heavy cream, blending until completely smooth and creamy.
Serve the sauce immediately over your cooked ravioli. The hot pasta will gently warm the sauce.
Garnish with extra walnuts or Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

Fat

79g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli?

Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli?

Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli has approximately 606.7 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 98 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli?

The key ingredients for Easy Cream Walnut Sauce For Ravioli are Ravioli, Walnuts, Unsalted Butter, Olive Oil, Parmesan Cheese, Heavy Cream. See the full list with measurements above.