As you probably can tell, I really enjoy cooking. For me it’s a great creative outlet and means of expression, and when I’ve had a long day at work cooking can also be a great way to relax and unwind. But I'll admit there are some nights when I’m just too exhausted to even cook. On nights like that, it’s a meal like this paired with a simple salad that I love.
As part of the Tastemakers program, I recently received a coupon for a package of Buitoni ravioli from Buitoni and Foodbuzz. I love ravioli but Mike on the other hand, not so much. This is why I wanted to make this dish in a way that Mike might still enjoy it. I decided to prepare it the same way I would prepare pierogis – by steaming the pasta in a large skillet with a little butter and water, letting the water cook off, and then letting the pasta crisp up in the butter.
The verdict? Mike (who doesn’t usually like pasta or cheese) said these were pretty good. And I loved them. They were crispy outside, cheesy inside and the sour cream gave them a nice little tang. The flavor from the onion was a fantastic finishing touch.
Pierogi-Style Ravioli
(Yield: 2 servings)
1 (9 oz) package Buitoni ravioli (I used the Quattro Formaggi Agnolotti flavor)
1 TB each canola oil and butter
1 large spring onion (white and green parts), thinly sliced
2 dollops sour cream (for garnish)
Salt and pepper
Large skillet with a lid
Add the canola oil and butter to a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter is melted, add the pasta, spread it out in a single layer, and season it with a dash of salt and pepper. Add enough water so that the entire bottom of the pan is covered (about ½ c water, depending on how big your skillet is). Put the lid on the skillet but leave it ajar so steam can escape; cook until the water is evaporated and the pasta is tender (about 5-7 minutes), flipping once.
Once all the water has evaporated, take the lid off and cook the pasta until golden brown on each side, flipping the pasta once (about 2-3 minutes per side).
Remove the pasta from the skillet, add the onion, and turn the heat down to low. Cook until the onion is just starting to soften (about 2-3 minutes). Serve the pasta topped with the onion and sour cream.
Beautiful Spring Onions From the Farmers’ Market
Mimi says
What a fabulous idea.
Mimi
Chiara says
I love ravioli. When I was little and we had any kind of it leftover my mom would brown them in butter in a pan... delicious!
zerrin says
As a person who can eat pasta everyday, I find this pasta so appetizing. Adding green onions sounds great!
Blond Duck says
Happy Wednesday!
Ameena says
I love pierogies but haven't had them in so long because they are hard to find. Great idea to turn ravioli into pierogies...they look delicious.
FOODESSA says
Who says we don't need a little preparatory help once and a while. We can't always be expected to do everything from scratch!
Faith...I honestly never pan handled pasta without having somewhat boiled it first...this was very interesting to me.
You did a wonderful job making this dish look like you slaved in the kitchen ;o))
Now, we know your little secret ;)
Claudia
tasteofbeirut says
Faith
I love this idea of pan-roasting the raviolis; I like it way better than smothered in a heavy sauce!
Libby says
Dumplings and pasta are two of my favourite things to eat so you can imagine how delighted I was when I came across this entry. They don't have Buittoni available in Australia but I might see if the local brand of cheese-filled ravioli work just as well :)
Heavenly Housewife says
What a great spin on how to cook store bought ravioli! I've got to try this sometime.
*kisses* HH
Juliana says
Wow, great idea Faith...it sure makes a great meal :-)
marla {family fresh cooking} says
Faith, you make such elegant creations and this counts too! Even though the ravioli were packaged you still made them seem trés gourmet! You rock girl....xo
Raina says
This sounds great. What a good idea to cook the ravioli like that. I know how you feel; as much as I love to cook, some nights you need quick and easy! This is perfect:) Thanks!
grace says
i had no idea you liked to cook! me? i like to eat. i like to eat goodies just like this. repeatedly. :)
Rosa says
I love pan-fried ravioli! So yummy!
Cheers,
Rosa
Krista says
That's a product my family would really enjoy...
Blond Duck says
Totally craving pasta now...
Nicole, RD says
I would've never thought to cook them like a pierogi! So creative! They look amazing, and your photos are, as always, beautiful!
Mary says
This looks like a wonderful dish. It certainly is a creative one. The ravioli looks terrific and you've tempted me to try it. I hope you are having a wonderful day. Blessings...Mary
Lazaro says
Beautiful pasta dish. Love the sour cream addition.
Cheers!
Joanne says
He doesn't like pasta or cheese?!!?!?!? He would never survive in my house.
The ravioli look fantastic, very inventive way of preparing them!
MaryMoh says
I love the colour of the ravioli after being cooked. Looks very delicious...mmm. I bet I need this....something quick and easy to cook.
Anh says
No guilt! I do something like this very often. We only have 24 hours per day, right?
BeadedTail says
Those look really good! We like ravioli but haven't had any like that so we'll have to try them out!
Veronica M. says
Great idea! Sounds fab.
Betty says
What a clever way to use your ravioli! I'm not overly fond of tomato sauce, so this sounds perfect to me. I always need those quick meal ideas for the times I come home from work and don't know what to fix. Thanks for the great idea. :)
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
I'm so glad you said that Faith! I am the same too, sometimes I just have to throw something easy together to eat :) And this is great because you made the "sauce"!
Reeni says
These look really delicious, Faith, which has everything to do with your preparation of them! I love pan-fried pierogi - never thought to do the same with ravioli. Genius!
swathi says
Faith,
This pasta looks absolute delicious. I like the green onions on the top.
Louanne says
This looks so delish, and I'm like you, while I love cooking, some days I just want something quick & easy, and this looks perfect. Those green onions are gorgeous!
kalli@fitandfortysomething says
oh faith this is so smart of you....love how you mad raviolis a bit more fun and yummy. very creative :)
Chaya says
These look soft and inviting. I love pirogi. I have to try your method. The little extra makes a big difference.
Katerina says
Beautiful idea. They look superb.
Amanda says
Mmm, this looks so yummy! I don't think I've ever seen ravioli prepared this way! I'm going to have to try it! ♥
* Thank you so much for all of your sweet comments on my blog! *
ingrid says
I'm gonna try cooking ravioli your way! Thanks, Faith!
~ingrid
deana@lostpastremembered says
There is that whole thing about pasta does not have to be cooked in gallons of water to be great... I guess this proves the point. It is also a little like the secret to Chinese dumplings that get fried then boiled till the water is gone then fried to finish... and I love those. This looks like a great dish Faith...especially when making them from scratch is not in the cards.
Jen says
I love this idea! We just had pierogies on Friday from a Polish delicatessan and I am now craving them. I'll have to give this a try. Thanks Faith!
Erica says
What a wonderful and simple meal!!!!
Mo says
They look delicious! I've actually never had pierogis but I've heard they're great. I love ravioli though so I'm sure they're wonderful. ;)
Emily says
This does look nice and easy for those, "I don't feel like cooking" kind of nights... and those onions ARE beautiful!!!