SCAMPI RAVIOLI / ALESSA BY CHEF PIROZZI

Limoncello is popular in Naples , Italy , where chef-owner Alessandro Pirozzi was raised — and it just so happens to pair perfectly with seafood . “ I wanted to duplicate that refreshing taste of fresh scampi ,” says Pirozzi of the inspiration behind his unique dish , which incorporates pasta infused with limoncello . The ravioli are filled with shrimp tossed in garlic , shallots , chopped tomatoes , Meyer lemon and Italian white wine , allowing the chef to feel close to his family from the other side of the world .

BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI / NIRVANA KITCHEN & PANTRY

Traditionally a fall dish , this ravioli can be found on the menu well into spring ,

offering a healthy decadence for all to enjoy . Roasted butternut squash is tucked into egg dough , which is then boiled and coated in house-made beurre blanc . It ’ s finished with sage brown butter , goat cheese crumbles , nutmeg , chopped hazelnuts and micro celery . “ It ’ s sweet , tangy and savory all together , with great texture … [ from ] the nuts and the creaminess of the ravioli and goat cheese ,” says chef-owner Lindsay Smith . The best part ? The ravioli , beurre blanc and sage butter can all be purchased to go from the Nirvana pantry so you can easily re-create it at home .

SCARLET BEET “ RAVIOLI ” / SELANNE STEAK TAVERN

Though not made with actual pasta , this signature dish , which has been on the menu since the eatery opened ,

is one of the most unique in town : Oven-roasted jumbo red beets are thinly sliced , then stuffed with an artisanal lemon goat cheese mixture and punched closed . The “ ravioli ” are plated with frisee , watercress , arugula , candied orange , grapefruit segments and sliced Chioggia ( or candy stripe ) beets , all drizzled in a warm golden beet vinaigrette crafted with roasted golden beets , crushed hazelnuts and hazelnut oil .

SHORT RIB RAVIOLI / RUMARI

Hearty short ribs are the star of this dish , which features the flavorful meat inside pockets of pasta . After boiling , the ravioli are doused in a sauce made of fresh tomatoes , spinach , garlic , oregano , olive oil , salt and pepper

before being sprinkled with Parmesan cheese . “ I love ravioli , and the sauce is very light and heartwarming ,” says chef Braulio Melo of why the short rib ravioli was added to Rumari ’ s menu . “ It ’ s delicious and a family favorite .”

SAVORY HERB CHICKEN RAVIOLI / GINA ’ S PIZZA

While classic cheese ravioli is also an option , the savory herb chicken option is delightfully tasty — and gluten free . The chicken breast is combined with spinach , mozzarella , ricotta and herbs inside pillows of fresh pasta dough , then served with your choice of sauce , with options like creamy pesto , roasted garlic Alfredo , arrabbiata , BellaLinda ( a creamy marinara ) and more . Pair them with the eatery ’ s new porcini mushroom meatballs for a 100 % gluten-free meal .

FROM LEFT : COURTESY OF ALESSA BY CHEF PIROZZI ; LINDSAY SMITH

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