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Close up shot of glossy white Garlic Parmesan Ravioli Sauce with visible black pepper flecks and fresh parsley on square ravioli.

Garlic Parmesan Ravioli Sauce: The Ultimate Creamy 15-Minute Recipe

This Garlic Parmesan Ravioli Sauce is a thick, rich, and opaque white cream sauce designed to coat square ravioli perfectly. Finished with fresh parsley and black pepper, it delivers restaurant-quality results in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb (454g) Square Ravioli Cheese, spinach, or mushroom filled
  • 2 tbsp (30g) Unsalted Butter For sautéing garlic
  • 4 cloves (20g) Fresh Garlic Finely minced
  • 1.5 cups (360ml) Heavy Whipping Cream At least 36% milkfat
  • 1 cup (100g) Parmesan Cheese Finely grated, divided
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Black Pepper Fine ground
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) Sea Salt To taste
  • 2 tbsp (5g) Fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley Finely chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet A wide skillet is best for cream reduction.
  • 1 Silicone Whisk Essential for a smooth emulsion.
  • 1 Microplane Grater For finely grating the parmesan cheese.

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Cook square ravioli in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain, but do not rinse.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (60-90 seconds).
  2. Pour in heavy cream. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.
  3. Lower heat and whisk in 3/4 cup of parmesan cheese and black pepper until smooth and opaque.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add cooked ravioli to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the Garlic Parmesan Ravioli Sauce.
  2. Plate in shallow bowls and top with remaining parmesan and fresh parsley.

Notes

Always use heavy cream for the best thickness; milk or half-and-half will not achieve the same opaque finish.
Ensure the parmesan is finely grated like sand to prevent clumping.