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The Best Lobster Ravioli with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (20 ounce) package fresh or frozen lobster ravioli
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (like Pinot Grigio)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, as needed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rolling boil. Add the lobster ravioli and cook according to package directions. Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water.
  • While the ravioli cooks, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, but not browned.
  • Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer and reduce by half, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream and the juice of one lemon. Let it come to a gentle simmer.
  • Turn the heat to its lowest setting. Whisk in the remaining 4 tablespoons of cold butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Drain the ravioli and add it directly to the skillet with the sauce. Gently toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Stir in the lemon zest and fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Notes

The secret to a smooth, unbroken sauce is using cold butter and adding it one piece at a time over very low heat. Don't rush this step.
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