Description

This Baked Ravioli with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce is a cozy fall-inspired dish with layers of ravioli, velvety pumpkin sauce, and melted cheese. Flavored with sage, nutmeg, and cinnamon, it’s a hearty yet elegant comfort meal.

Ingredients

1 pound package ravioli of your choice (cheese, spinach, mushroom, etc.)

1/2 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 bay leaf

4 sage leaves, chopped (plus more for garnish)

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Pinch of cinnamon

1 cup vegetable stock

15 oz can pumpkin puree

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Lightly oil or spray an 8×8 baking dish and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook onion, garlic, and bay leaf until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add sage, nutmeg, red pepper flakes, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
Pour in a splash of vegetable stock and let reduce slightly. Stir in remaining stock and pumpkin puree. Mix until smooth, taste, and adjust seasoning.
Spread 1/2 cup pumpkin sauce in the prepared baking dish. Layer with ravioli, half the remaining sauce, and half the mozzarella and Parmesan.
Repeat layers with ravioli, sauce, and remaining cheese.
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Garnish with fresh or fried sage before serving.

Notes

Use mushroom or spinach ravioli for different flavors.

Stir in heavy cream or half-and-half for a richer sauce.

Add ricotta or fontina between layers for extra cheesiness.

Top with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan for crunch.

Assemble ahead and refrigerate overnight before baking, or freeze for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of dish
Calories: 370
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 55mg