This delicious kid-friendly recipe for Pesto Ravioli is the perfect way to introduce toddlers to healthy, wholesome Italian cooking. This Australian recipe combines the classic Italian ingredients of homemade pesto, ricotta cheese, and store-bought ravioli, with simple cooking instructions and ingredients easy to find in any Australian pantry. This tasty dish is sure to become a family favorite!

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Pesto Ravioli, Ravioli, Pasta, Vegetarian
• Calories: 280
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fats: 15 g
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 18 minutes

Ingredients

• 250g store-bought ravioli
• 3 tablespoons pre-made pesto
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 30g Parmigiano Reggiano
• Handful of fresh basil (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the ravioli. Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes and drain well.
3. Place the cooked ravioli onto a baking sheet.
4. In a small bowl, mix the pesto and olive oil together.
5. Spread the pesto and olive oil mixture onto the ravioli.
6. Top with Parmigiano Reggiano and a handful of basil (optional).
7. Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Knock knock. Who’s there? Ravioli. Ravioli who? Ravioli onto the baking sheet!

Recommended Sides

This dish is great served with a side of sautéed vegetables or a green salad.