Kids Ravioli Recipe
Choice of meat sauce or marinara. Gluten-free option available upon request.
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Ingredients
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Ravioli Dough
Filling
Meat Sauce or Marinara
Method
Ravioli Dough
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour and salt. Make a well in the center, and crack in the eggs. Mix the eggs into the flour using a fork, gradually incorporating the flour from the edges. Add water as needed until the dough comes together. Knead the dough on a clean surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
Rest the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Filling
Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, cooked spinach, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assemble the Ravioli
Roll Out the Dough
After the dough has rested, divide it into four pieces. Roll out one piece on a floured surface until it's about 1/16 inch thick. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
Fill the Ravioli
Place small tablespoons of filling about 1 inch apart on one rolled-out dough sheet. Moisten the edges with water, then carefully fold the dough over the filling to create pockets. Press down to seal.
Cut the Ravioli
Use a knife or ravioli cutter to cut between the pockets, separating the ravioli. Place them on a floured surface until ready to cook.
Cook the Ravioli
Boil the Ravioli
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully drop the ravioli into the boiling water and cook for about 4-6 minutes, or until they float to the top.
Prepare the Sauce
Make the Sauce
For meat sauce, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes. For marinara, skip the beef and just sauté garlic, then add crushed tomatoes and spices, simmering for 15 minutes.
Serve
Plate the Dish
Drain the ravioli and serve with either the meat sauce or marinara on top. Enjoy!