Caprese Ravioli, Whipped Ricotta, Burst Cherry Tomatoes & Basil

Difficulty Level: Moderate

Total Time: 2 hours

Serving Size: 2-4 servings

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A delicious caprese ravioli filled with whipped ricotta & lemon zest, tossed in a burst cherry tomato sauce with micro basil.

Ingredients

• 1 cup '00' flour

• 1/2 cup semolina flour

• 2 eggs

• 3 egg yolks

• 1 1/2 cups whole milk ricotta

• 1/3 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated

• 1/2 tsp. salt

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 4 tbsp. salted butter

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes

• 2-3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

• Fresh basil, for garnish

• Pasta water, as needed

Directions:

1. Mix the flours and form a well. Add the eggs and yolks, whisking with a fork while gradually incorporating the flour. Knead for 10 minutes until smooth, then wrap in plastic and rest 30 minutes.

2. To make the filling, blend the ricotta until smooth and glossy. Transfer to a mixing bowl and fold in the Parmigiano Reggiano, lemon zest and salt. Transfer the filling to a piping bag and set aside.

3. Divide the rested dough into four pieces. Roll each into thin sheets (setting 7 on a Marcato Atlas or KitchenAid pasta roller).

4. Place about 1 tbsp. dollops of the filling onto one of the pasta sheets. Take a second pasta sheet and place over top. Using a ravioli stamp, press and seal to shape the ravioli.

5. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

6. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to burst, stirring occasionally. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

7. Once the water comes to a boil, add plenty of salt. Cook the ravioli for 1-2 minutes until they float to the top. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.

8. Strain the pasta and add to the pan along with 1/4 cup of pasta water. Toss over medium-low heat. Add more pasta water as needed, 1/4 cup at a time.

9. Plate and top with fresh basil.

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