Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup Formaggina cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Special equipment needed:
- Pasta maker
- Ravioli mold
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add eggs and water. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
4. In a separate bowl, mix Formaggina cheese, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and nutmeg.
5. Roll out the dough using a pasta maker until it is thin enough to see through.
6. Place the dough on a floured surface and use a ravioli mold to cut out circles.
7. Place a teaspoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each circle.
8. Brush the edges of the circle with water and place another circle on top, pressing the edges together to seal the ravioli.
9. Repeat until all the dough and cheese mixture is used up.
10. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
11. Add the ravioli to the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the top.
12. Remove the ravioli from the water using a slotted spoon and serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 3-4 minutes
Temperature:
Boiling water
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 15g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with semolina flour or gluten-free flour.
- Formaggina cheese can be substituted with ricotta cheese or goat cheese.
Variations:
- Add chopped spinach or kale to the cheese mixture for a healthier option.
- Use a different type of cheese, such as mozzarella or fontina, for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is thin enough to see through to ensure the ravioli cooks evenly.
- Use a ravioli mold to ensure the ravioli are the same size and shape.
- Don't overfill the ravioli, or they may burst open during cooking.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover ravioli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat leftover ravioli in a pot of boiling water for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the ravioli on a plate with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.
Pairings:
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
Side salad or garlic bread.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the ravioli bursts open during cooking, reduce the amount of filling in each ravioli.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the cheese mixture is fully cooked before filling the ravioli.
Food history:
Ravioli is a traditional Italian dish that originated in the region of Liguria.
Flavor profiles:
Creamy, cheesy, and savory.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a main dish or appetizer.
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Region: Italian
Taste: Savory, Rich, Creamy, Cheesy, Comforting