Lobster Ravioli with Champagne Vanilla Beurre Blanc
Serving Size: Â 2-3
Ingredients:
12 oz. Pappardelle's Lobster Ravioli
1 whole vanilla bean, split
1/2 c. champagne
1/4 c. champagne vinegar
1/2 tablespoon minced shallots
8 oz. cold butter, cut in pieces
1 tablespoon crème fraîche
Salt, to taste
1/4 c. hazelnuts, chopped and toasted
Instructions:Â
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add ravioli and lower heat to a gentle boil, so as to avoid ravioli breaking open.
- Heat hazelnuts in a small pan over medium-high, until fragrant and golden, making sure they don't burn. Set aside.
- While water is heating, place a sauce pot over medium-high heat. Add champagne, champagne vinegar, and shallot. Split vanilla bean and, using the back of a paring knife, scrape out the seeds. Add the seeds and pod to the champagne mixture. Reduce the mixture until syrupy and about 1/4 c. Reduce heat to low.
- Remove vanilla pod and add cold butter in batches, whisking vigorously until melted and incorporated. Add crème fraîche once all of the butter is used and add salt to taste.
- Spoon warm sauce over lobster ravioli and garnish with a sprinkle of hazelnuts. Enjoy with a glass of bubbly!
