Ravioli With Artichokes Leek Lemon Food

RAVIOLI WITH ARTICHOKES, LEEK & LEMON

Steps:

• Heat the oil from the artichokes in a large saucepan, then add the leek and garlic. Fry for 5 mins over a medium heat until the leek is soft. Stir in the artichokes, cream cheese and lemon zest, then heat through. Season to taste and add a squeeze of lemon juice.
• Meanwhile, cook the ravioli following pack instructions. Drain, add to the pan with the artichokes and cream cheese, and toss through. Serve topped with the rocket and a grating of Parmesan, if you like.

RAVIOLI ALFREDO WITH ARTICHOKES

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ravioli and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
• Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot, artichoke hearts, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until the artichokes are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the wine and cook until mostly evaporated, about 1 minute. Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the parmesan, peas and nutmeg. Cook, stirring, until the sauce is thickened, about 1 minute.
• Add the ravioli, tarragon and reserved cooking water to the skillet; gently stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

RAVIOLI WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to packet instructions. Drain, set aside and keep warm.
• To make sauce, melt butter in a skillet over low heat, add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in cream, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, chives and lemon rind, bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
• Add parsley and black pepper to taste and cook for 1 minute longer. spoon sauce over pasta and toss to combine.
• Garnish with slivered, toasted almonds and serve.