Creamy Tomato Ravioli Sauce is a flavorful sauce made by sautéing onions, garlic, and red bell peppers with Italian herbs and chili flakes, then simmering with tomato puree, roasted cherry tomatoes, chicken stock, and heavy cream. Baby spinach and Parmesan cheese are added at the end for a creamy, cheesy finish, and fresh parsley adds a bright garnish.
You’ll love this sauce because it is rich yet light, with a perfect balance of fresh tomato tang, creamy texture from the heavy cream, and subtle heat from chili flakes and paprika. It pairs wonderfully with fresh ravioli for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.1 lbs (500g) fresh ravioli (any flavor)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- ½ teaspoon Italian herbs
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (red pepper flakes)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree (tomato paste)
- 3.5 oz (100g) roasted cherry tomato halves
- ½ cup (120ml) chicken stock
- ⅓ cup (90ml) double (heavy) cream
- 3 packed cups (90g) baby spinach
- ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.
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Add garlic and cook 30 seconds while stirring.
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Add ravioli and red bell pepper; cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in Italian herbs, chili flakes, black pepper, and salt. Add tomato puree and cook for another minute.
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Add roasted tomatoes, chicken stock, and cream; stir and bring to simmer. Cook 5-6 minutes until ravioli center is hot.
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Add spinach and Parmesan; cook 1 minute until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
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Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Tips for Success
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Use fresh or high-quality store-bought ravioli for best taste.
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Adjust chili flakes for desired heat level.
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Stir gently to avoid tearing ravioli.
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Use fresh spinach for vibrant color and texture.
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Let the sauce simmer to thicken and meld flavors.
Delicious Variations
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Add mushrooms or zucchini for extra veggies.
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Use a splash of white wine instead of chicken stock.
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Top with toasted pine nuts for crunch.
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Stir in fresh basil or oregano for herbal notes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare sauce ahead?
Yes, make sauce and reheat gently before adding ravioli.
How to thicken sauce?
Simmer longer or add a small amount of cornstarch slurry.
Can I use frozen ravioli?
Yes, adjust cook time to ensure ravioli are heated through.
Is this sauce suitable for dietary restrictions?
Use dairy-free cream and cheese for lactose intolerance.
What side dishes pair well?
Serve with garlic bread, salad, or steamed veggies.
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Creamy Tomato Ravioli Sauce
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A flavorful sauce with sautéed onions, garlic, and red bell peppers seasoned with Italian herbs and chili flakes, simmered with tomato puree, roasted cherry tomatoes, chicken stock, and heavy cream. Finished with baby spinach, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley for a creamy, cheesy, and bright finish.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1.1 lbs (500g) fresh ravioli (any flavor)
1 red bell pepper, sliced
½ teaspoon Italian herbs
½ teaspoon chili flakes (red pepper flakes)
½ teaspoon black pepper
Pinch salt
1 tablespoon tomato puree (tomato paste)
3.5 oz (100g) roasted cherry tomato halves
½ cup (120ml) chicken stock
⅓ cup (90ml) double (heavy) cream
3 packed cups (90g) baby spinach
½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4-5 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds while stirring.
Add ravioli and red bell pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
Stir in Italian herbs, chili flakes, black pepper, and salt. Add tomato puree and cook 1 minute.
Add roasted tomatoes, chicken stock, and cream; bring to simmer and cook 5-6 minutes until ravioli center is hot.
Add spinach and Parmesan; cook 1 minute until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
Use fresh or high-quality store-bought ravioli.
Adjust chili flakes for heat preference.
Stir gently to avoid tearing ravioli.
Use fresh spinach for vibrant texture.
Simmer sauce to thicken and blend flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 17
Keywords: creamy tomato ravioli sauce, tomato cream sauce, cheesy ravioli sauce, spinach parmesan pasta sauce, easy pasta dinner
