Fravioli

Deep fried raviolis filled with a sweet ricotta cheese filling. These are a very original treat to add to your repertoire.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 127 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
• 2 tablespoons dry white wine
• 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
• ⅜ cup shortening

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl, stir together 2 cups of the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Make a well in the center and pour the eggs and white wine into it. Stir with a fork, gradually bringing the dry mixture into the center until a dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead in remaining flour until smooth. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, egg, sugar and vanilla until well blended. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out 3 inch circles using a cookie cutter or a glass. Place 1 tablespoon of the ricotta cheese mixture in the center of each circle. Fold edges over into a half-moon shape and press to seal. Raviolis can be frozen at this point and saved for later. It seems to help keep the filling from oozing out while frying.

Step 3

In a large heavy skillet, heat oil, one inch deep, to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Step 4

Place the ravioli into the hot oil so that they are not crowded. Fry on both sides until golden. Drain on paper towels. If you like, dust with confectioners' sugar or drizzle with honey before serving.