The 15-Minute Dinner I’ve Made Hundreds of Times

When I’m short on time and energy, I make this 15-minute one-pan dinner. This recipe uses a clever trick to cook the ravioli, sausage, spinach, and sauce all in the same skillet, minimizing clean-up.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up as you go, until browned, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in the ravioli, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup water. Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and cook until the ravioli are al dente, about 4 minutes. Add the spinach and a pinch each of salt and pepper, cover, and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Add the cream and simmer, stirring occasionally, until it has reduced slightly and is starting to lightly coat the ravioli, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat, stir in half of the Parmesan, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve the ravioli topped with the remaining Parmesan and a few grinds of pepper.