Olive Garden-inspired Ravioli Carbonara
A creamy, comforting dish featuring ravioli enveloped in a rich carbonara sauce with bacon and garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ravioli (fresh or frozen)
- 4 ounces bacon, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli according to package instructions until they’re al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Add the diced bacon to a large skillet and cook over medium heat until crispy. Remove excess fat, leaving 1 tablespoon in the skillet.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the skillet for about a minute until aromatic.
- Combine the heavy cream, egg yolks, and grated Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cream mixture into the skillet with the bacon and garlic, stirring continuously. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet and toss them in the sauce until well-coated.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
If using leftovers, cool and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of cream or milk to maintain sauce consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 240mg