Easy Butternut Squash Ravioli with Maple Cream Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Butternut Squash Ravioli with Maple Cream Sauce, a perfect dish for cozy dinners or special occasions. This recipe combines rich butternut squash ravioli with a luscious maple cream sauce, creating a comforting meal that’s sure to impress. The blend of savory Italian sausage and sweet maple syrup offers a unique twist that tantalizes the taste buds while maintaining the essence of fall comfort food. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or when hosting friends and family. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a delicious way to bring seasonal flavors to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of butternut squash ravioli
- 1 pound italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 16 ounces light cream
- 2–3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese or shredded mac and cheese blend
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups baby spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Cook ravioli: Boil water in a large pot with salt. Add the ravioli and cook according to package instructions until they float (3–5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté sausage: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it apart, and cook until browned (8–10 minutes).
- Make sauce: Stir in minced garlic, then add light cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine: Mix in maple syrup and thyme, season with salt and pepper, then fold in cooked ravioli.
- Serve: Add baby spinach if desired, let wilt, top with cheese, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 723mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 68mg