Easy Cream Walnut Sauce for Ravioli

Elevate your pasta night with this Easy Cream Walnut Sauce for Ravioli, a luxurious, restaurant-quality dish that comes together in just 25 minutes! This creamy walnut sauce is made with toasted walnuts, garlic-infused butter, and velvety heavy cream, creating a rich, nutty base that's perfectly balanced by freshly grated Parmesan and a touch of nutmeg. The saucy, buttery goodness clings to every tender bite of ravioli, while a splash of reserved pasta water ensures the perfect consistency. Ideal for a quick yet indulgent weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Garnish with extra Parmesan and chopped walnuts for a truly irresistible presentation.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Walnuts (shelled)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 pinch Nutmeg (optional, freshly grated)
• 0.25 cup Pasta water (reserved from cooking ravioli)
• 1 pound Ravioli

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook ravioli according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2

While the ravioli cooks, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and chop coarsely.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the toasted walnuts to the cream sauce, stirring well to combine. If the sauce seems too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Continue stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet with the sauce. Gently toss to coat the ravioli evenly in the walnut sauce.

Step 8

Remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan and chopped toasted walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1142.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3423.6

Total Fat 275.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 763.7mg	0%
Sodium 6676.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 133.4g	0%

Vitamin D 145.1IU	0%
Calcium 3156.2mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 1582.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.1%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 11.2%