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Close-up of tender crimped-edge ravioli submerged in a glossy Garlic Parmesan Ravioli Sauce with heavy herb garnishing.

Garlic Parmesan Ravioli Sauce: The Ultimate 15-Minute Creamy Pasta Dinner

This Garlic Parmesan Ravioli Sauce is a thick, glossy, ivory-colored cream sauce perfectly paired with tender crimped-edge ravioli. Garnished with fresh parsley and red paprika flakes, it's a 15-minute restaurant-quality dinner that's Pinterest-perfect.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 645
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 1 lb (450g) Square Crimped-Edge Ravioli Cheese, spinach, or mushroom filled
  • 2 cups (475ml) Heavy Cream Full fat for maximum glossiness
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Finely minced
  • 2 tbsp (28g) Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup (90g) Finely Grated Parmesan Cheese Divided use
  • 1/4 cup (15g) Fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley Chopped
  • 1 tsp Coarse Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Red Paprika Flakes

Equipment

  • 1 Black Matte Cast Iron Skillet Ensures even heat and beautiful presentation.
  • 1 Whisk Essential for emulsifying the cheese.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt butter in a black matte cast iron skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add heavy cream and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce is thick, glossy, and ivory-colored.
  3. Reduce heat and whisk in 3/4 cup of parmesan until smooth and emulsified.
  4. Add cooked crimped-edge ravioli to the skillet and gently toss to coat in the thick sauce.
  5. Top with remaining parmesan, chopped parsley, coarse black pepper, and red paprika flakes.

Notes

Use freshly grated parmesan for a smooth sauce texture.
Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.