Easy Ravioli Sauce
A rich and satisfying sauce made with garlic, crushed tomatoes, and heavy cream, perfect for pairing with ravioli or any pasta.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for flavor.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, canned If using fresh tomatoes, use about 3-4 cups.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a vegan option.
- to taste Salt Add gradually to taste.
- to taste Pepper Add gradually to taste.
- Fresh basil for garnish Can use dried herbs if fresh is not available.
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving Optional; use a vegan cheese alternative if desired.
Instructions
Cooking the Sauce
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and stir well.
- Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve over ravioli or your choice of pasta, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. When reheating, thaw frozen sauce overnight in the fridge and warm over low heat.