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🍝✨ Easy Ravioli Sauce ✨🍝

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This easy ravioli sauce is rich, flavorful, and comes together in just a few minutes, making it perfect for a quick weeknight meal or when you need a comforting dish without a lot of fuss. Whether you’re dressing up store-bought ravioli or homemade, this sauce will make your pasta dish a hit!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 🍅 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 🧅 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 🌿 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 🌱 1 tsp dried basil
  • 🌱 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 🍷 1/4 cup red wine (optional, for depth of flavor)
  • 🧀 Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)
  • 🌱 Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

📝 Directions:

1. Sauté the Aromatics:

  • 🧅 In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

2. Add Tomatoes and Seasonings:

  • 🍅 Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, and red wine if using. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

3. Simmer:

  • 🍝 Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Stir occasionally and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

4. Blend the Sauce (Optional):

  • 🔄 If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce right in the pot to your desired consistency.

5. Serve:

  • 🍝 Cook your ravioli according to the package instructions. Drain the ravioli and return them to the pot.
  • 🍅 Pour the sauce over the cooked ravioli and gently toss to coat all the pieces evenly.

6. Garnish and Enjoy:

  • 🧀 Serve the sauced ravioli with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and some chopped fresh basil for a fresh touch.

🍽 Serve:

Enjoy your meal featuring this easy yet delicious ravioli sauce, a simple way to elevate your pasta night!

⏱ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 servings

💡 Notes:

  • Adding a splash of cream can transform this tomato-based sauce into a creamy version.
  • For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while sautéing the onions.

Relish the simplicity and depth of flavor in this easy ravioli sauce, sure to become a staple in your recipe collection! 🍝✨