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Crunchy Oven-Fried Cheese Ravioli.

Crispy baked cheese ravioli coated in a seasoned breadcrumb crust and served with marinara for dipping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound frozen cheese ravioli about 40 pieces
  • 3 egg whites lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons grated Romano cheese + more for topping
  • pinch salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • marinara sauce for dipping

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire Rack
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon or tongs
  • nonstick spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set a wire rack on top; spray the rack lightly with nonstick spray.
  2. Set up a breading station: place the beaten egg whites in one bowl and combine the whole wheat pastry flour, panko, seasoned bread crumbs, grated Romano, salt, and pepper in a larger bowl.
  3. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil and cook the frozen ravioli for half the time recommended on the package (about 2–3 minutes), then drain well.
  4. When slightly cooled so you can handle them, spray the ravioli lightly with nonstick spray to help prevent sticking.
  5. Working one at a time, dip each ravioli into the egg whites, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat thoroughly; place on the prepared wire rack. Repeat with remaining ravioli.
  6. Give the coated ravioli a quick spray of nonstick spray, then bake on the rack for 15–18 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
  7. Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping and additional grated Romano if desired.

Notes

  • Cook ravioli only halfway before breading so they hold their shape while baking.
  • Spraying the rack and ravioli helps achieve even browning and prevents sticking.
  • Use a slotted spoon or tongs to transfer ravioli from boiling water.