Sometimes, the to do list extends miles and things get a little stressful to say the least. When life gets overwhelming for me, I reach for a glass of wine and try to just have some fun in the kitchen. Many experts say that cooking can be quite soul-satisfying, therapeutic, and a great de-stressor- I wholeheartedly agree with this. Rather than looking at it as a chore, I see cooking as a way to wind down and fill the house with delicious aromas (while marking yet another thing off the to do list)
This week, I want to share some of my favorite pasta recipes with everyone. I think most moms can agree that pastas are life savers. Pasta is easy, filling, delicious, and what I turn to when I need to whip something together. Plus, because they’re really no way you can “mess up” pasta, it’s a dish you shouldn’t be afraid to experiment with!
Here’s my spin on Pesto Ravioli:
What you need:
1 pack of fresh ravioli (just pick your favorite!)
1 & 1/3 cups fresh baby spinach
2/3 cup fresh basil leaves
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp crushed red pepper
2 garlic cloves
2 tbsp low sodium, fat-free chicken broth (or veggie broth!)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 diced plum tomato
½ cup shaved parmesan cheese
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
fresh basil leaves
1 head of broccoli
What to do:
1. Cook the ravioli according to the directions on the packaging or your preferred method
2. Drain
3. Combine the spinach, basil, salt, red pepper, into a food processor. While the food processor is running, add your broth, olive oil, and lemon juice through the chute until the mixture is smooth.
4. Combine this mixture, the ravioli, and tomato in a saucepan and cook for a couple minutes over medium heat. In the meantime, sauté or steam some broccoli.
5. Stir in the ravioli and serve! Sprinkle each serving with some cheese and garnish with basil leaves.
Enjoy!
