Chef Mom

I've collected these recipes from family members, out-of-print cookbooks, magazines, and the backs of food cartons. I've modified quite a few of them and, I think, made them even better. I only put my family's favorites on this site, because I'd like for my friends to have as many good food memories as we do. Enjoy...

Saturday, July 12, 2008

Creamy Spinach Ravioli


This one is super easy and super fast, and pretty and delicious enough to serve to guests. Big winner here!

Ingredients:

-2 packages refrigerated cheese ravioli
-1/2 cup (1/2 8 ounce tub) cream cheese with chive and onions
-1 cup milk
-1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, divided
-4 cups baby spinach
-2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
-Grated peel from one lemon
-6 cherry tomatoes, quartered

Directions:

Cook pasta as directed.

Meanwhile, place cream cheese in large skillet. Add milk, cook on medium heat until melted and well blended, stirring frequently. Add 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, spinach, dill and lemon peel. Mix well.

Drain pasta. Add to cream cheese sauce, toss to coat. Serve topped with tomatoes and remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.