This recipe is translated from Cookpad Italy. See original: ItalyRavioli con ripieno di burrata e pesto di basilico, con pomodorini e erbette

Ravioli with Burrata and Basil Pesto Filling, with Cherry Tomatoes and Greens

Tony Mazzanobile
Tony Mazzanobile @tonyliebt_kocht

At first, I thought about making a fish filling for the ravioli because I love fish, but then, for a change, I decided to give this dish a fresh twist by using burrata and basil pesto. The experiment was a success. Give it a try.

Ravioli with Burrata and Basil Pesto Filling, with Cherry Tomatoes and Greens

At first, I thought about making a fish filling for the ravioli because I love fish, but then, for a change, I decided to give this dish a fresh twist by using burrata and basil pesto. The experiment was a success. Give it a try.

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Ingredients

Serves 6 servings
  1. For the dough:
  2. 14 oz (400 grams)all-purpose flour (type 00)
  3. 4medium eggs
  4. For the basil pesto:
  5. as neededFresh basil,
  6. as neededPine nuts,
  7. as neededExtra virgin olive oil,
  8. Optional: half a clove of garlic, germ removed
  9. Also:
  10. 1 1/2 lbs (700 grams)cherry tomatoes
  11. 14 oz (400 grams)mixed greens (such as Swiss chard or spinach)
  12. 4anchovy fillets
  13. 1long fresh green chili pepper
  14. 1burrata cheese, about 7–9 oz (200–250 grams)
  15. 2 clovesgarlic

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    To make homemade ravioli, start with the egg pasta: On a work surface, make a well with the flour and crack the eggs into the center. Begin mixing with a fork, then knead vigorously until you have a smooth, elastic dough. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    For the basil pesto: Toast the pine nuts, then blend them with the basil and a drizzle of olive oil (the pesto should be as dry as possible, not runny). Season with salt to taste.

  3. 3

    Cut the burrata into small pieces and drain to remove excess liquid. Roll out the pasta dough and use a 2 1/2–3 inch (6–8 cm) round cutter to make circles. Place a little burrata and a little pesto in the center of each circle. Top with another circle, press gently with a small glass in the center to remove air around the filling, then seal the edges with a fork.

  4. 4

    Blanch the greens for a few minutes. In a skillet, add olive oil, one clove of garlic, and a few anchovy fillets. Heat the skillet and gently cook the anchovies over low heat until softened. Add the greens and sauté briefly to flavor.

  5. 5
  6. 6

    Score the cherry tomatoes with a cross and place them in boiling water (with the heat off) for 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice water, then peel them (it will be quick).

  7. 7

    In a skillet, add two turns of olive oil, the chili pepper (seeds removed), and one clove of garlic. As soon as the garlic starts to sizzle, add the halved cherry tomatoes and a sprig of basil. Cook over medium heat. Season with salt to taste.

  8. 8
  9. 9

    Cook the ravioli in boiling water. About 2 minutes before they are done, transfer them to the skillet with the cherry tomatoes and greens, after removing the garlic and basil. Finish cooking, adding a little pasta cooking water as needed.

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