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Recipes for Romance: Fried Ravioli Hearts

February 4, 2014 By Lena

Now, it needs to be said. My husband makes the BEST Valentine’s Day dinners.

From Chicken Marsala to Filet Mignon, Garlic Lobster Tails to Bacon-Wrapped Scallops, he comes through year after year. Yes, I am very blessed. Yes, I normally gain 1.6 pounds in one night.

This year, I know he’ll indulge me with another succulent, romantic dish. And while I’m happy to let him take the lead, I’m planning on a hearty (pun intended) appetizer – my own Recipe for Romance. On the table: Fried Ravioli Hearts, the perfect finger food and oh-so-scrumptious. It’s pasta. It’s five cheeses. It’s warm, crunchy goodness, especially when paired with the perfect tomato dipping sauce. It’s red and white ravioli hearts, people! OMG.

To celebrate the most romantic day of the year, Olivieri has debuted heart-shaped ravioli and new recipes perfect for Valentine’s Day meals. And while the heart-shaped ravioli is wonderful in Melting Heart Ravioli with Vanilla Champagne Butter Sauce and Ravioli Hearts with Brown Butter Sauce, I love it as a simple appetizer.

Olivieri Fried Ravioli Hearts

Olive oil, for frying
1 package Olivieri Heart-Shaped Ravioli < Limited Time Only!
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tbsp milk
1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus additional for garnish
1 package Olivieri Tomato & Herb Fresh Sauce, heated through

Generously coat the bottom of a large frying pan with olive oil to a depth of about 1/2-inch. Heat the oil to medium.

While the oil is heating, combine the beaten egg and milk in one shallow bowl, and the bread crumbs with 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl. Working in batches, dip the ravioli in egg/milk mixture to coat completely. Allow the excess liquid to drip back into the bowl. Lightly dredge ravioli in the bread crumb mixture. Place the ravioli on a clean plate or baking sheet, and continue with the remaining ravioli.

When the oil is hot, fry the ravioli in batches, turning once, until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried ravioli to paper towels to drain.

Sprinkle the fried ravioli with Parmesan cheese and serve with a bowl of warmed Tomato & Herb sauce for dipping. Serves 4-6; if making this recipe for your special someone on Valentine’s Day, simply use half the package and freeze the remainder (or use it all and have a kick ass late night snack).

P.S. Enter Olivieri’s Valentine’s Day Promotion, where you could win a luxury spa retreat for two!

Filed Under: Food Tagged With: #Recipes4Romance, Olivieri Fried Ravioli Hearts, Valentines Day Recipes

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  1. kelly young

    February 4, 2014 at 8:49 pm

    oh myyy i just tweeted to find out where i could find the heart shape pasta my daughter would loveee them big fans of there pasta

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:02 pm

      These Ravioli hearts are SO GOOD. Hope you find them at a store near you!

  2. sarah sar

    February 4, 2014 at 9:27 pm

    wow that looks amazing!! now i just have to find this pasta!

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      I’ve seen it at Sobeys and Loblaws… good luck Sarah!

  3. Victoria Ess

    February 4, 2014 at 10:07 pm

    Oh, I totally want to serve this heart-shaped ravioli!! I didn’t know this existed! Thanks, Lena!

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      You’re welcome Victoria! Get it before it’s gone!

  4. MrDisco

    February 4, 2014 at 10:32 pm

    looks yummy

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      It’s divine :)

  5. Heidi C.

    February 4, 2014 at 11:53 pm

    Sounds delicious!

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      You must try it Heidi!

  6. Debbie W

    February 5, 2014 at 12:41 am

    I knew heard of this. What a cute idea for Valetine’s

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:09 pm

      It’s a fantastic appetizer and something different for sure!

  7. Lynda Cook

    February 5, 2014 at 4:27 am

    never ever thought of doing this with the pasta, sounds very tasty, I must try, thanks for sharing!

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:09 pm

      My pleasure! Super easy to fry up when the pasta is fresh, just 3-4 minutes!

  8. Jason

    February 5, 2014 at 6:00 am

    Wow, those look absolutely scrumptious Lena :)

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:14 pm

      Thanks Jason! Please try them, I know you’ll love them!

  9. loriag

    February 5, 2014 at 7:51 am

    OK this one made me smile. They look lovely and are quite fun.

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:15 pm

      The kids love them too, because they’re finger foods and great for dipping!

  10. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    February 5, 2014 at 7:57 am

    they looked good last night and they still look so good today, makes my tummy rumble.

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:15 pm

      Me too – I think it’s time for lunch! LOL

  11. Marissa

    February 5, 2014 at 8:40 am

    Sounds delicious! Can’t wait to make them.

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:15 pm

      Let me know what you think, Marissa!

  12. Judy C (Judy Cowan)

    February 5, 2014 at 11:18 am

    Now I really need to find these heart shaped ravioli – I would love to make these for hubby on Valentine’s Day!!!

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:15 pm

      Oh, fingers crossed you can find them Judy!

  13. angela m

    February 5, 2014 at 11:39 am

    They look so delicious.

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:16 pm

      You’ll love them Angela!

  14. Flora M

    February 5, 2014 at 1:21 pm

    If this snow ever stops, I will be heading to the grocery store and I will be on the lookout for these ravioli hearts ! Cute idea and your recipe sounds scrumptious !! :)

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:16 pm

      Thanks so much Flora! I’ll be making these all year round with regular ravioli too!

  15. Tricha

    February 5, 2014 at 3:06 pm

    I have never had anything like that before. I will be looking out for the heart shape ravioli in stores and try it.

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:17 pm

      Please do Tricha – your family will love it!

  16. Susan T.

    February 5, 2014 at 6:49 pm

    Oh wow, those looks good. I didn’t know they had heart shaped pasta. I’ll have to hunt some down while it is available!

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:17 pm

      Indeed! Available only for a limited time!

  17. Melinda L.

    February 6, 2014 at 11:28 am

    Awww that looks so cute and yummy.

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:18 pm

      I am seriously craving them again :)

  18. Victoria

    February 6, 2014 at 11:51 am

    looks sooo good…indulgent, but dee-lish.

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:19 pm

      Agreed! I’ll have to make them for you next time :)

  19. Shane

    February 6, 2014 at 7:14 pm

    My wife would love this

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:19 pm

      Then I insist you make them for her, Shane!

  20. francine

    February 7, 2014 at 8:13 am

    looks good. I wonder if I could make it in my actifry… or get my husband to make it for me :)

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:21 pm

      For sure! You can deep fry them for 3-4 minutes on medium temps and they’d be perfect!

  21. Stephanie LaPlante

    February 7, 2014 at 2:40 pm

    So cute and sounds delicious.

    • Lena

      February 9, 2014 at 12:22 pm

      Thanks Stephanie!

  22. Teresa Claire

    February 11, 2014 at 6:39 pm

    The picture looks delicious! I am going to the grocery store for a few things so I will see if they have these!

    • Lena

      February 12, 2014 at 6:47 am

      Please do Teresa – they’re so good!

  23. jan

    February 13, 2014 at 3:58 pm

    I have never thought of this

    • Lena

      February 15, 2014 at 4:05 pm

      Please try it Jan!

  24. Jasmin Shirazi

    February 16, 2014 at 1:17 am

    These are adorable, I wish I could find them! Maybe I’ll just make up my own version :)

    • Lena

      February 16, 2014 at 9:15 am

      Ah, they’re out of stores now, but the recipe works just as well with round or square ravioli!

  25. Guppy5700

    February 16, 2014 at 3:57 pm

    I haven’t seen this shape at my local grocery store. I’ll check again tonight but as you mentioned I may be out of luck!

    • Lena

      February 16, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      It’s true… they were only there until V-Day, but you may find a remaining pack or two!

  26. Suzie M

    February 17, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    OMG this sounds so good

    • Lena

      February 17, 2014 at 5:54 pm

      Please try it Suzie!

  27. Vesper

    February 23, 2014 at 11:08 am

    Going to have to pass this recipe on to my husband so he can make it for me – put it on pinterest to make sure I keep it

    • Lena

      February 23, 2014 at 11:58 am

      Awesome! Enjoy :)

  28. Cici G-H

    March 1, 2014 at 6:30 pm

    I shouldnt look at this when I’m hungry!

    • Lena

      March 2, 2014 at 5:35 pm

      Hahaha just make them, problem solved!

  29. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    March 2, 2014 at 11:07 am

    I’m hungry for these right now. never did find the heart pasta in any stores around home.

    • Lena

      March 2, 2014 at 5:36 pm

      :( Poops. The good news – you can make this with any ravioli!

  30. Rick F

    March 22, 2014 at 10:41 am

    never thought of deep-frying ravioli

  31. kathy downey

    July 27, 2016 at 9:31 am

    Olivieri Fried Ravioli Hearts look delicious will look for these next trip out i like dressing up a meal keeps things fresh in the kitchen and the table

  32. kathy downey

    August 22, 2017 at 12:36 pm

    I make these with regular ravioli all the time,so delicious !

  33. Debbie White Beattie

    June 17, 2018 at 4:39 am

    This recipe looks delicious and I can’t wait to try it.

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