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Dear Readers,

I was recently highlighted on http://www.candostreet.com/. Feel free to read the blog and share your thoughts. I am happy to say that I will be writing and contributing monthly recipes to their readers! I will also be posting them here as well! So here it goes:

Incredible Ricotta-Basil Ravioli
Ingredients:

For Cheese Mixture:
1 package of wonton wrappers, round or square
16 oz ricotta cheese, whole or part-skim
1/3 cup of parmesan cheese
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tbs. milk, whole or 2%
1/8 tsp. of nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
10-12 basil leaves, torn

For Sauce:
6-8 basil leaves, torn
1/2 stick unsalted butter

Directions:
1. In a bowl have child mix ricotta and parmesan until combined. Add in lightly beaten egg.
2. Season with salt, pepper and few grates of nutmeg. Have child stir again and reserve.
3. In a small bowl have child tear 10-12 basil leaves in small pieces. Add basil to cheese mixture.
4. Take a single wonton wrapper, have child use their fingers (or a pastry brush) to lightly add egg wash to all of the wonton.
5. Place a teaspoon of basil-ricotta filling in the center of wonton.
6. Take another wonton and lightly moisten with egg wash. Place this wonton over the one with the filling. Make sure to push out air so it seals. Repeat until all the filling is done.
7. Bring a pot of water to boil. Then salt water. Add raviolis and cook for 4-6 minutes.
8. In a saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add in 6-8 torn basil leaves. Heat through. Butter should take on a light brown color which gives it a nutty flavor.
9. Add raviolis to sauce pan and coat with basil-butter sauce. Add a little pasta water to thicken.
10. Have child sprinkle with parmesan cheese, adjust seasoning if necessary.

Enjoy!
Raquel