CHEESE FILLED RAVIOLI WITH VEGETABLE SAUCE

Cheese Filled Ravioli with Vegetable Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups minced red bell pepper Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup minced fennel or celery 3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
3 cups diced plum tomatoes or or parsley
drained canned plum tomatoes 12 ounces cheese filled ravioli
3 cloves garlic, minced Freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste
1/2 teaspoon each dried basil and thyme
4 tablespoons olive oil 1 small can (10 1/2 ounces)
1 cup minced red onion cannellini beans, drained

Steps:

In a large skillet set over moderately low heat, heat the oil until it is hot. Add the onion, red pepper and fennel and cook the vegetables, covered, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, garlic, herbs, cannellini beans, salt and pepper to taste and simmer the mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes more. Stir in the basil or parsley.
Meanwhile, cook the ravioli in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and transfer to a serving dish. Top with sauce. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan.