Chef Boyardee Ravioli Recipe
Do you love the taste of canned ravioli? Most kids grew up eating it. It is sweet and salty. It is pure comfort food. This homemade Chef Boyardee Ravioli Recipe tastes even better.
Equipment
- Large Skillet:
- Pot for Boiling:
- Colander
- Wooden Spoon:
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 20 ounces Cheese Ravioli
- 15 ounces Tomato Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil water in your large pot. Add the ravioli gently. Cook them until they are soft. Drain the water out. Set the pasta aside for later.
Brown the Meat
- Put the ground beef in the skillet. Cook it on medium heat. Stir it until it is brown. Drain the extra fat. This keeps the dish healthy.
Make the Sauce
- Add tomato sauce to the beef. Stir in the tomato paste. Add the sugar and spices now. Let it bubble for five minutes. The sauce will thicken.
Mix Everything Together
- Put the cooked ravioli into the skillet. Stir very gently. You do not want to break them. Let them sit in the sauce. This helps them soak up flavor.
Serve Hot
- Turn off the heat. Scoop the ravioli into bowls. You can add extra cheese. Serve it to your happy family.
Notes
➡️ Use frozen ravioli to save lots of time.
➡️ Do not overcook the pasta in the water.
➡️ Add a splash of milk for creaminess.
➡️ Use a lid to keep the heat in.
➡️ Taste the sauce before adding the pasta.
➡️ Stir gently so the ravioli stay whole.