Cookbook:Toasted Ravioli

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Toasted Ravioli is a misnomer as this dish is fried.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 1 egg
• 3/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 1/2 (25 ounce) package frozen ravioli, thawed
• 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 (16 ounce) jar marinara sauce

Procedure

1. Combine milk and egg in a small bowl.
2. Place breadcrumbs and if desired, salt in a shallow bowl.
3. Dip ravioli in milk mixture, and coat with breadcrumbs.
4. In a large saucepan, heat marinara sauce over medium heat until bubbling, about 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to simmer.
5. In a large heavy pan, pour oil to depth of 2 inches.
6. Heat oil over medium heat to 375 degrees F.
7. Fry ravioli, a few at a time, 1 minute on each side or until golden.
8. Drain on paper towels.
9. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately with hot marinara sauce.

Notes, tips, and variations

• You can use cheese or meat raviolis, however the traditional toasted ravioli is made out of a square meat ravioli.