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Creamy Lemon Herb Butter Ravioli Recipe

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This Creamy Lemon Herb Butter Ravioli combines tender cheese-filled pasta with a luscious sauce made from butter, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon. The skillet-cooked sauce blends shallots, garlic, tarragon, thyme, chicken broth, white wine, and cream into a rich, fragrant coating that perfectly complements store-bought ravioli. Finished with freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano and seasoned to taste, this elegant yet easy dinner is ready in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight treat or a special meal for guests.

Ingredients

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Ravioli

  • 1 pound store-bought cheese ravioli

Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves of garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, de-stemmed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, de-stemmed
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup white wine (such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano, plus more for topping
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté Shallots: In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Once sizzling, add the finely chopped shallot and stir until it becomes translucent and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in the minced garlic constantly for about 1 minute to prevent burning. Then sprinkle in the fresh tarragon and thyme leaves, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium.
  3. Combine Liquids and Ravioli: Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, white wine, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir until fully combined. Add the cheese ravioli to the skillet and carefully stir to coat evenly. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Cheese: Uncover and stir the sauce and ravioli. The sauce will be thin at this point. Sprinkle in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and stir to combine. Remove from heat and let sit for 1-2 minutes to thicken the sauce with residual heat.
  5. Season and Serve: Season the ravioli with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with additional grated Parmigiano Reggiano if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy lemon herb ravioli.

Notes

  • Use store-bought cheese ravioli for convenience and quick cooking.
  • Fresh herbs like tarragon and thyme add brightness—dried herbs can be used in a pinch but reduce quantity by half.
  • White wine can be substituted with extra chicken broth if preferred.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth and use a vegetarian-friendly cheese ravioli.
  • Be careful not to burn garlic by stirring constantly and reducing heat when adding herbs.

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