Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware

I’m in official “fall mode” over here. The trees are changing, the air is cooling down, and I’ve been wearing boots & sweaters in the evenings- it feels so wonderful! All of that to say, in addition to a wardrobe change for the season, I’ve also been checking my favorite annual fall foods off the list. One of the first things I wanted to make was homemade pasta. Butternut squash is one of my coveted fall foods and you better believe I stuffed a creamy filling into handmade ravioli and served it up with a brown butter sage sauce, topped with parmesan and nutmeg. Trust me… it’s as good as it sounds (and looks). Click through for the recipe and to see which All-Clad cookware I landed on after the kitchen renovation. I finally feel like my kitchen is complete! Let the cooking commence…

Before I dive into the recipe, I received a lot of questions on Instagram about our new cookware. I spent FOREVER searching for the brand / type that would best fit our kitchen and cooking style. We have an amazing Frigidaire induction cooktop, but that meant I needed cookware that worked with induction technology. I wanted something that fit the nature of our current cooktop, but my goal was also to purchase cookware ONCE and keep it throughout our lifetime (aka, all the other kitchens we’ll renovate and live in someday). That sounds like a tall order, right?

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comI landed on All-Clad’s stainless steel collection because it’s ideal for use on any type of cooktop- including induction. It’s also oven, broiler, and dishwasher safe. Another pro? It’s stores nicely and is compact in my cabinet; it should last us a very long time! Let’s get real… I also like the way it looks and feels. It’s very heavy!

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comMoving onto pasta… this recipe is actually a lot of fun to make. Homemade pasta is a little time consuming, but the end result is always worth it, and the journey is half the reward. I could hand stamp ravioli all day! It’s pretty therapeutic and tastes a million times better than store-bought pasta (even my favorites from Trader Joe’s). Here’s what you need to get to started:

For the Pasta:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for sprinkling on the dough & workspace)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • rolling pin
  • pasta maker (optional, but it makes it easier)
  • ravioli stamp (or ravioli mold)

For the Filling:

  • 1 butternut squash (or 1 bag of frozen butternut squash)
  • 5 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/2 shallot, diced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pastry bag or gallon Ziploc bag
  • food processor or blender

For the Sauce:

  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 10 sage leaves
  • a sprinkle of shaved parmesan (for garnish)

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comIf you’re using fresh squash, cut it in half and scoop out all the seeds. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and cover the inside with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and 1 teaspoon nutmeg. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees and bake for 45 minutes to an hour- or until it’s fork tender.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comAlternatively, you can purchase frozen squash that has already been cubed (that’s actually what I did). If this is the route you’re taking, follow the same seasoning and baking steps! Once the squash is finished cooking, place it into a food processor and blend until it forms a puree. Sit aside.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comIn a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, the diced shallot, brown sugar, and garlic. Stir constantly and cook until caramelized.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.com

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comNext, add the pureed squash, heavy cream, and a teaspoon of salt and pepper. Cook for a few minutes (or until the filling has slightly thickened), then add the parmesan cheese and a generous pinch of nutmeg.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comSit aside, allowing the filling to cool completely, and move onto making the pasta! This is the best part, in my opinion.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comAdd the flour and 1 teaspoon of salt into a large mixing bowl. Next, carefully fold in three eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated. Drizzle in some olive oil and continue mixing by hand.

Sprinkle some flour on a cutting board or solid surface (I use my soapstone countertops), then knead the dough until it forms a ball. Continue folding until it becomes elastic and smooth. Brush the surface of your dough with some olive oil, cover in plastic wrap, and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to rest before rolling it out.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comOnce your dough has rested, you’re ready to make ravioli! Cut the dough ball into quarters, placing the remaining dough you’re not working with back into the fridge until you’re ready for it. Dust the countertop with flour, then use a rolling pin to flatten the dough.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comHere’s the tricky part… if you have one, USE A PASTA MAKER. It will make life a lot easier. Mine didn’t arrive in time, so I made this batch of ravioli the old fashioned way- lots and lots of rolling until the rough was super thin. The goal is to get the dough around 1/8″ thick or less. I used my rolling pin and a knife to cut the squares. It takes longer, but it’s definitely doable if you don’t have a pasta maker on hand.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comAlternatively, you can use a ravioli mold instead of cutting squares and using a stamp… I just think this way is more fun! Once you have your squares, make an egg wash by beating one egg with a tablespoon of water. Set aside. Now it’s time to assemble your ravioli!

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comBrush a thin layer of the egg wash onto each side of the pasta, then use a pastry bag or gallon Ziplock bag to pipe the butternut squash filling onto the center of the pasta squares. This will act like glue to keep the pasta bonded together during the boiling process.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comNext, place a square on top of the filling and stamp the dough firmly, ensuring all edges are sealed. Your pasta should look something like this…

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comBring a saucepan of boiling water with a pinch of salt to a boil, then drop in your ravioli one-by-one. Cook them for about 4-5 minutes, or until they begin floating to the top and reach al dente texture.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comLift the ravioli from the water with a slotted spoon, empty the saucepan, and begin making the brown butter sage sauce. Melt the butter and sage leaves over medium heat. The sauce is finished when the butter starts to sizzle, darken, and the sage leaves begin to look crispy or hold their shape.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comPlate your ravioli, drizzle the brown butter sage sauce on top, and garnish with freshly shaved parmesan cheese! I also like to pipe some extra squash filling onto the plate, just for a pretty presentation.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comGiven I crave this during the fall season and cooler months, I like to pair it with a glass of dry, red wine. Sometimes I’ll even sprinkle a little extra nutmeg on top of the pasta for even more fall flavor.

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comI’m pretty sure there’s nothing better than having this for dinner during the months of September or October. It just tastes like fall and is the ultimate comfort food of the season. Emmett also loves when we opt to stay in for date night and I make homemade pasta from scratch. This one is always a hit!

Butternut Squash Ravioli Recipe + My New Cookware - roomfortuesday.comAre you guys fans of homemade pasta? I really enjoy making it as much as I love eating it. It reminds me of the time I spent living in Italy studying art. Let me know if you try the recipe or have similar ones I should take a stab at! I’d also like to know if any of you cook with All-Clad cookware? How’s it holding up and are you happy with it? I’m really loving mine and I feel like all of my research paid off. I’ve heard nothing but great things, and so far- I’m not disappointed. I’m enjoying spending time in the kitchen these days!

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16 Comments

  1. I made your pumpkin bread twice this month already! My son is in love with it!!

    1. Yay!! Love hearing that! You reminded me that I should probably make a loaf soon :) xo

  2. I purchased a set of All-Clad pots and pans about 20+ years ago. G.W.Bush gave out a tax rebate that year and I took my $600 and bought the set. All these years later, they look as good as they did back then, and they are great to use (and they’ve had a great deal of use). When I told my adult daughters that story, they responded by asking how I could have spent that much money on pots? I told them the question they should be asking it who will inherit the All-Clad pots and pans! They are just that good. I think they will last forever!

    1. I feel like that is something I would’ve done. Ha! A lady after my own heart… using a tax credit for quality cookware. I like your style, Linda! Really glad to hear you’re still loving them. Your daughters will thank you one day or do the same ;) haha!

    2. OMG, I did exactly the same. Took the tax refund and got All-Clad and dutch ovens. All-Clad is great, worth every penny. Cleans well, cooks well and last lifetime.

      1. Haha!! You two are my kind of people :) I love that you both give All Clad raving reviews… so happy to hear I made a good choice!! xo

  3. This is why I love your blog! You are so talented. I started following along for your DIYs and recipes that you shared but stayed for the Renovation of your new home and boy am I glad I did. I used to follow many blogs but now I only read you and another husband and wife team and for some reason I feel completely complete. Lol! Also thank you for being so organized. I can wake up at 5 a.m. and read your blog post for the day. I like an early start and it’s so helpful. I’m totally making your ravioli (looks so yummy? and I’m going on a search for some of your old recipes. Thanks!

    1. Thank you so much, Traci! That is the best compliment ever. The blog is my happy place- I love sharing and appreciate that people still show up every morning to read. I can’t tell you what that means to me :)

      Maybe I’ll have to start sharing more recipes. I enjoy making and shooting them. xox

  4. A woman with multiple talents, you are awesome! I too would love to be in Full Fall Mode, but here in So Cal, we’re still in the mid-80’s.

    After our kitchen/etc reno late last summer, I too wanted new cookware. It had to be stainless steel and good quality, and I was insistent on there not being rivets inside the pan area (food gets stuck, hard to scrub around). I landed on these, and are very happy: https://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/demeyere-industry-stainless-steel-10-piece-set/?pkey=ccookware-sets&isx=0.0.4500

    My prized pan is a copper Matfer Bourgeat, a heavy mo’ fo’ but oh how I enjoy shining her copper exterior. I also have a handful of Lodge cast iron pans, one we bought when my daughter was a baby (she’s almost 7 now) and had low lead levels in her blood, and cooking in a cast iron pan was suggested by the doctor.

    Cookware is so important, as are all my cooking tools. I’m currently on the hunt for good kitchen knives, if you decide to offer any guidance on those I would be grateful!

  5. This looks scrumptious! As much as I love to cook and bake, I have never made pasta. I’m doing it! Butternut is my favorite, and I have an enormous tricolored sage plant right out my back door. Like Linda, I bought my All Clad over 20 years ago, and I couldn’t love it more! You will be cooking up a storm in it for many years.

    1. I love baking more than I love cooking, but pasta making is SUPER fun. You’ll have to let me know what you think! Put that sage plant to good use. So happy to hear you’re still loving your All Clad after 20 years- that’s exactly what I wanted to hear. Thanks Peggi! xo

  6. Me again! Off topic, can you share the specs for the cabinet and side panel over your washer and dryer? Also, I’m curious if you wish you had paneled the other side. I think it looks great and only noticed it after studying the pic. I’m currently looking into doing a built in for my Samsung washer and dryer and I’m hoping we can Diy it. Thanks!

    1. Hi Traci! The cabinet is 30″ deep by 30.5″ wide. I actually asked for the inner panels to be flat. Between the slant of the ceiling, the protruding floor-to-ceiling cabinet, built-in dog kennel, and the large washer & dryer enclosure… there’s just A LOT happening in that space. It felt better from a design perspective for that specific space to go with a minimal inner panel. It’s a small room. Hope this helps! I’d love to see your DIY if it works out :) xo

      1. You are so awesome! Thank you!!

  7. Ann Heltzel says:

    All Clad, how do I love thee, let me count the ways…. The 6qt D5 Saute is our workhorse! And, want to talk about longevity? My husband bought most of pieces in 1980 and we still have them and they look great. I recommend Cameo stainless cleaner. But wait there’s more: our son (30) is still using his grandparents set. This set looks more worn on the outside naturally but performs GREAT!

    1. YES!! Now that is what I like to hear. So excited to cook with them over the years. Love that your entire family has had a great experience. Thanks for sharing, Ann! xo