Cherry Brown Butter Ravioli

Health score
2%
Cherry Brown Butter Ravioli
45 min.
4
607kcal

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Cherry Brown Butter Ravioli is a delightful blend of savory and sweet that transforms a simple cheese ravioli into a gourmet experience. The rich, nutty flavor of brown butter perfectly complements the juicy, slightly tart Rainier cherries, creating a unique balance that's both comforting and sophisticated. Toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch, while fresh thyme brings a fragrant herbal note, elevating the dish to something truly special.

This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to impress guests with an elegant yet approachable meal. It’s versatile enough to serve as a side dish, a light lunch, or a satisfying main course. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend dinners. Using store-bought cheese ravioli keeps preparation simple without compromising on flavor, making it accessible even for those new to cooking.

The use of brown butter not only adds depth but also brings a warm, caramelized aroma that fills the kitchen and whets the appetite. Combined with the freshness of lemon juice and the subtle saltiness from kosher salt, every bite is bursting with complex flavors and textures. Whether you’re a fan of sweet and savory combinations or simply love experimenting with unique pasta dishes, Cherry Brown Butter Ravioli is sure to become a favorite on your table.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup almonds toasted roughly chopped
  • 10 ounce cheese ravioli store-bought
  • tablespoon thyme leaves fresh
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • cups rainier cherries pitted halved
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Cook pasta as package directs.
  2. Drain and spread out on a shallow serving platter. Tent with foil to keep warm.
  3. Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until butter starts to turn medium brown and smells nutty, about 7 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and carefully add lemon juice and 1/2 tsp. salt (it will bubble up).
  5. Pour all but 2 tbsp. brown butter into a small bowl; keep warm.
  6. Put cherries in pan of brown butter and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until hot and skins start to wrinkle, about 7 minutes.
  7. Pour cherries over reserved pasta along with half of reserved brown butter.
  8. Sprinkle with almonds and thyme, and add salt to taste.
  9. Serve with remaining butter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories607kcal
Protein9.23%
Fat53.61%
Carbs37.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
10.77
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.7221740199172%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.22mg
Catechin
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.57mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.19mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.79mg
Isorhamnetin
0.24mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:607.24kcal
30.36%
Fat:35.9g
55.23%
Saturated Fat:17.7g
110.62%
Carbohydrates:55.98g
18.66%
Net Carbohydrates:48.83g
17.76%
Sugar:21.98g
24.42%
Cholesterol:99.28mg
33.09%
Sodium:731.46mg
31.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.91g
27.82%
Iron:8.05mg
44.74%
Vitamin C:24.9mg
30.18%
Fiber:7.15g
28.6%
Vitamin E:2.96mg
19.75%
Vitamin A:793IU
15.86%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.88%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.14%
Magnesium:28.18mg
7.05%
Calcium:56.52mg
5.65%
Copper:0.11mg
5.42%
Phosphorus:52.55mg
5.26%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.84%
Potassium:96.4mg
2.75%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.28%
Folate:7.82µg
1.96%
Vitamin K:1.99µg
1.89%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.89%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.55%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.22%
Source:My Recipes