Ravioli with Alfredo Sauce

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Ravioli with Alfredo Sauce is a comforting Italian-American pasta dish consisting of stuffed pasta pillows (ravioli) coated in a rich, creamy white sauce. The ravioli are typically filled with cheese or meat, while the Alfredo sauce is classically made from butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. It's a popular main course or hearty appetizer in Italian-inspired cuisine worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very high in fat and carbohydrates, providing a dense source of energy and protein from the cheese and pasta. A typical serving delivers a substantial calorie count, with key nutrients including calcium, phosphorus, and B vitamins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	850 mg
Calcium	350 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Vitamin A	450 IU
Iron	3 mg
Potassium	220 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Selenium	25 mcg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

While Alfredo sauce is named after an Italian restaurateur, its modern creamy version is largely an American adaptation; the original Roman recipe was simply butter and Parmesan. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense dish that exemplifies the concept of 'comfort food' due to its high fat and carbohydrate content.