This butternut squash ravioli sauce is golden and silky, adding a sweet and beautiful touch to any filled pasta. It’s super easy to make and turns your regular ravioli into something special.
Just grab some butternut squash ravioli from the store and make this simple, delicious sage cream sauce. It’s one of the best ways to enjoy butternut squash, and you can find the ravioli at most grocery stores.
You only need a few basic ingredients to make this sauce in just minutes: butter, sage, and garlic. These come together to make a tasty ravioli appetizer or a nice dinner for date night.
This is one of my favourite fall pasta recipes! Pair it with cocktails or a nice glass of wine for a complete meal. This sauce makes the ravioli taste amazing, and it’s so good you’ll want to make it all year round!
Butternut Squash Ravioli Sauce Recipe
Equipment
- Large pot
- Butter Pot
- Spatula for mixing
- Colander
- Grater
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic
- ½ tsp Dried sage
- 600 g / 4 cups cubed Butternut squash
- 350 ml / 1½ cups Vegetable stock
- 125 ml / ½ cup Single cream or light cream
- 50 g / ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 250 g/8 oz Ravioli
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pan on low heat.
- Add minced garlic and dried sage, cook for 1 minute.
- Add cubed squash and a pinch of salt, cook for 5 minutes on medium heat.
- Pour in vegetable stock, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15-20 minutes until squash is soft.
- Blend cooked squash and liquid until smooth.
- Cook ravioli according to package instructions.
- Warm blended squash in pan, then add cream and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
- Add cooked ravioli to pan, gently mix with sauce.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Blended butternut squash makes a creamy sauce on its own. We only add a little cream for extra richness.
- When prepping the squash, be careful! You’ll need a strong peeler, a sharp knife, and a steady hand. Late-season squashes can be tougher to work with.
- Use a stick blender or food processor to blend the squash until it’s smooth and creamy.
- You can pair this sauce with any stuffed pasta you like! Spinach and ricotta ravioli or basil and pine nut tortellini are some tasty options.
Nutrition Facts:
| Nutrition | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 16g |
| Protein | 5g |
| Fat | 14g |
| Saturated Fat | 8g |
| Cholesterol | 47mg |
| Sodium | 434mg |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Iron | 1mg |
What Goes Well with Butternut Squash Ravioli?
A simple salad with greens or Brussels sprouts, sliced pears or apples, goat cheese, toasted almonds, and balsamic dressing goes great with it.
Can This be a Side Dish?
Yes! This ravioli makes 4 filling servings as a main dish, but it’s also a great side dish with roasted turkey, pork, chicken, or seafood.
Can You Cook Fresh Ravioli in Sauce?
Yes, you can cook fresh or frozen ravioli right in the simmering sauce. Check the pasta after 3-4 minutes to see if it’s done. If you have a lot, cook the ravioli in batches so they cook evenly
How Do You Reheat Ravioli in Sauce?
Reheat it in the oven! Put the pasta with sauce in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and bake at 350℉ for 15 to 20 minutes.