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Olive Garden Ravioli Carbonara

Creamy Olive Garden Ravioli Carbonara for Cozy Nights

This Olive Garden Ravioli Carbonara is rich, creamy, and ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

For the Ravioli
  • 1 package Cheese-filled Ravioli Feel free to swap with tortellini or your favorite pasta.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Choose non-iodized sea salt for optimal taste.
  • 4 ounces Pancetta/Bacon Bacon is a great alternative if pancetta isn't available.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced garlic works best for flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Using all cream elevates richness.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Add more cream for a truly indulgent experience.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Opt for fresh grated Parmesan and save some for garnishing.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked black pepper enhances overall depth.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Temper them with warm sauce to avoid curdling.
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Using unsalted keeps the sodium in check.
For Garnishing
  • 0.25 cup Extra Parmesan Perfect finishing touch.
  • 0.25 cup Parsley Freshly chopped parsley brightens the dish.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • medium skillet
  • Whisk
  • Serving Plates

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add the cheese-filled ravioli, cooking for about 3-5 minutes for fresh ravioli or 8-10 minutes for frozen. Reserve 120 milliliters of pasta water, then drain the ravioli.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat it over medium heat and add diced pancetta or bacon. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving 1 tablespoon of drippings in the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add unsalted butter and melt over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Gradually pour in heavy cream and whole milk, warming and bubbling for 2-3 minutes. Stir in grated Parmesan, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Whisk the egg yolks in a small bowl. Slowly add spoonfuls of warm carbonara sauce to the yolks while stirring constantly. Pour the yolk mixture back into the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes until thickened.
  5. Carefully add the cooked ravioli to the skillet, tossing in the creamy sauce. Fold in the crispy pancetta and use reserved pasta water if necessary to achieve desired sauce consistency.
  6. Transfer portions onto plates, sprinkle with extra Parmesan and parsley, and add a pinch of black pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is sure to impress.

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