Nothing beats the satisfaction of preparing from scratch, especially when it’s filled with delicious meat. This classic Italian dish is perfect for the food lover who craves a comforting, flavor-packed meal. Creating your own meat ravioli may seem intimidating at first, but with the right guidance, it can be a rewarding culinary adventure. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making delectable meat ravioli in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– ½ pound ground beef or any other preferred meat
– ½ cup ricotta cheese
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– ½ teaspoon dried oregano
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– Marinara sauce, for serving

Instructions:

1. Start by preparing the pasta dough. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the eggs and olive oil. Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the egg mixture until a dough forms.

2. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too dry, you can add a little water. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

3. While the dough rests, let’s focus on the meat . In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the flavors meld together. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the meat cool.

4. In a separate bowl, combine the cooled meat mixture with ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.

5. Now it’s time to roll out the pasta dough. Divide it into smaller portions to make it more manageable. Roll out each portion into a thin, even sheet using a rolling pin or a pasta machine. Aim for a thickness of about 1/16 inch or as thin as possible without tearing.

6. Once the pasta sheets are ready, place small spoonfuls of the meat filling about an inch apart onto one of the sheets. Brush some water around each mound of filling to help seal the ravioli later.

7. Carefully place another pasta sheet on top of the one with the filling. Press the two sheets together around each mound of filling, ensuring no air pockets remain. Use a sharp knife or ravioli cutter to cut out individual ravioli squares or any desired shape.

8. Repeat the process until all the pasta sheets and filling have been used. Don’t forget to collect any dough scraps to reroll and make more ravioli.

9. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ravioli, a few at a time, and cook for about 4-5 minutes or until they float to the surface. Remove the cooked ravioli with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a serving plate.

10. Serve the homemade meat ravioli with your favorite marinara sauce and garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Making homemade meat ravioli is a labor of love, but the result is incredibly rewarding. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or impressing guests, this hearty dish will not disappoint. So, roll up your sleeves, follow these steps, and get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering plate of meat-filled ravioli that will leave everyone craving for more.

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