To Italy in :10 with Giovanni Rana Pasta and Sauces

Celebrate National Pasta Month with Meals in Minutes & Win a Trip to Italy to Meet the Master Pasta Maker

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Oct 12, 2015, 09:00 ET

CHICAGO, Oct. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- This October, celebrate National Pasta Month with Italy's most loved brand of refrigerated pastas and sauces, Giovanni Rana. Over 50 years ago, Mr. Giovanni began delivering handmade pasta on his red motorbike to families in Verona. Today, the family-owned company brings fast and fresh, flavor-filled pasta and traditional sauces to homes throughout Italy, Europe and now the United States.

To Italy in :10 with Giovanni Rana Pasta and Sauces: Celebrate National Pasta Month with Meals in Minutes & Win A Trip to Italy to Meet Master Pasta Maker

While pasta is a staple in many American pantries, far fewer turn to the fridge to keep pasta on hand for a quick and satisfying family meal. With freshly made pasta, home cooks save time, skip the stress, and feel transported by the authentic flavors of Italy with Giovanni Rana.

Master Pasta Maker's Tips for Perfect Pasta Every Time:

Fast not Furious: Start by bringing water to a gentle boil. With fresh pasta, you do not need a vigorous boil.

Need for Speed: The most common mistake in making fresh pasta at home is overcooking. Giovanni Rana filled pasta cooks in three minutes or less. Be sure to set a timer and lightly scoop out the cooked pasta.

One Dish Wonder: No need for a side salad or mashed potatoes, a complete meal is brought to the table with filled pasta. Giovanni Rana ravioli and tortelloni are packed with the most authentic ingredients, including vibrant, aged cheeses, Italian sausage, chicken, and a selection of carefully sourced vegetables. Add a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt, that's all you need!

For a chance to learn from the Master Pasta Marker himself and to win a trip to romantic, Verona, Italy, take a quick quiz to find out how Italian you are. Do you know your pepperoni from your soppressata? Click here and enter to win a trip of a lifetime.

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Butternut Squash Ravioli with Scallions & Pistachios
Serves 3 – 4 | Prep time: 10 minutes

Tip from the Master Pasta Maker: Adding pistachios or your favorite nuts to a pasta dish provides texture and enhances flavor.

Ingredients:
1 - 12 oz. pkg. Giovanni Rana Butternut Squash Ravioli
8 scallions, roots and dark green tops trimmed
1 tbs. extra virgin olive oil
4 tbs. unsalted butter
2 whole sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
3 tbs. roasted & salted pistachios, roughly chopped

Remove the dark green parts of the scallions and discard. Cut the pale green part of the scallions from white bulb, then slice in half lengthwise. Thinly slice white bulbs. Saute both parts of scallions in butter with thyme over med/low heat until tender; about 5 minutes.

In the meantime, prepare Giovanni Rana Butternut Squash Ravioli according to package instructions and drain, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water. Add ravioli and Parmigiano Reggiano to pan and toss to coat. If necessary, add enough cooking water to the pan to achieve a sauce-like consistency. Remove thyme.

Put ravioli on plate and top with pistachios and grated cheese if desired.

CONTACT: For additional information, please contact:
Sarah Hermalyn at Baltz & Co.: 773-682-5159 / [email protected]

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