How to make Ravioli Pasta from scratch

If you're looking for a complete guide on how to make fresh ravioli pasta at home, you're in the right place. In this article, you'll learn step by step how to prepare delicious homemade ravioli filled with creamy ricotta and fresh spinaci (spinach).

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Fresh Pasta Dough

• 300g Italian “00” flour

• 3 fresh eggs

• A pinch of salt

For the Filling (Ricotta & Spinach)

• 250g fresh ricotta

• 200g fresh spinach

• 50g grated Parmigiano Reggiano

• A pinch of nutmeg

• Salt and pepper to taste

Step by step: Ravioli from scratch

1. Prepare the pasta dough

Place the flour on a work surface and create a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the middle and begin mixing. Knead until you get a smooth, elastic dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

2. Make the filling

Cook the spinach, squeeze out excess water, and chop finely. Mix with ricotta, Parmigiano, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

3. Roll out the dough

Use a rolling pin or pasta machine to roll the dough into thin sheets.

4. Fill and shape

Place small portions of filling onto the pasta sheet. Fold, seal, and cut into ravioli or agnolotti shapes.

5. Cook the Ravioli

Boil in salted water for 3–4 minutes. Once they float, they’re ready.

Serving suggestions

Serve your ravioli with:

• Butter and sage

• Fresh tomato sauce (always use DiNapoli tomatoes!)

• Extra virgin olive oil and Parmigiano

Making homemade ravioli from scratch is a cooking experience that brings authentic Italian tradition into your kitchen. This is how Nonnas taught us how to make Ravioli, but to be honest with you, Italy is made by different regions. Different regions means different cuisines, and there's nothing better than diversity! Let us know if you like them :)