Veal And Mushroom Stew Over Mascarpone Ravioli

ItalianOtherIntermediate35 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground veal
  • 1 cup finely chopped onions
  • 1 lb assorted exotic mushrooms, cleaned and stemmed
  • 2 tbsp minced shallots
  • 0.5 cup peeled, seeded, chopped tomatoes
  • 3 tbsp chopped garlic (2 tbsp + 1 tsp)
  • 3 cup veal reduction or rich beef stock
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 2 tbsp chiffonade of basil
  • 32 fresh pasta squares, 3x3 inch
  • 4 oz Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground veal, season with salt and pepper, and brown completely, 5–6 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add onions, season, and sauté 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, season, and sauté 3–4 minutes. Add shallots and tomatoes; sauté 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add 2 tablespoons garlic and sauté 1 minute. Add veal reduction and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook 4–5 minutes. Stir in butter and parsley. Keep warm.

  4. 4

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Combine mascarpone, remaining 1 tsp garlic, and basil in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Place a tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of 16 pasta squares. Wet edges lightly with water. Press remaining 16 pasta squares over filling, sealing tightly.

  6. 6

    Cook raviolis in boiling water until tender, 4–5 minutes. Drain and season.

  7. 7

    Serve four raviolis per bowl, spoon stew over pasta. Garnish with Parmigiano-Reggiano and chives.