Olive Garden Inspired Ravioli Carbonara
A creamy, comforting Olive Garden–inspired ravioli carbonara made with cheese ravioli, crispy bacon, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce — perfect for an easy restaurant-style dinner at home.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Large Pot
- Colander
Ingredients
Ravioli Carbonara
- 20 oz cheese ravioli fresh or frozen
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup pasta water reserved
- ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- ¼ tsp salt to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook ravioli according to package instructions. Reserve pasta water and drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
- Add butter and garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Add cooked ravioli and reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
- Stir in crispy bacon, black pepper, and salt. Toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
For extra richness, add a splash of cream at the end. Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad.