Skewered Ravioli with Creamy Tomato Dipping Sauce

Total Time
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Updated on Apr. 24, 2022

I wanted to make an easy appetizer with my favorite pasta, cheese ravioli, but didn't want the mess of frying. I used pesto and bread crumbs for a crust, and broiled them for a little crunch. —Rebecca, Guffey, Apex, North Carolina


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  • Seasoned bread crumbs are often called Italian bread crumbs on the package label.
  • Feel free to start with frozen or homemade ravioli instead of refrigerated.
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    Skewered Ravioli with Creamy Tomato Dipping Sauce

    Yield: 10 appetizers (1-1/2 cups sauce)
    Prep: 20 min
    Cook: 10 min

    Ingredients

    • 20 refrigerated cheese ravioli
    • 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
    • 4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1/4 cup prepared pesto
    • 1 cup marinara sauce
    • 1/2 cup half-and-half cream

    Directions

    1. Cook ravioli according to package directions; drain and pat dry. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and cheese; set aside.
    2. Diagonally thread 2 ravioli onto each of 10 soaked wooden appetizer skewers; brush both sides with pesto. Transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with bread crumb mixture. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat until browned, 3-5 minutes.
    3. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine marinara sauce and cream. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until heated through. Serve with ravioli.
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