Ravioli, with mushrooms, pancetta, and ricotta

  • 1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
  • 4 ounces fresh mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 2oz pancetta or bacon, cooked
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese

Soak dried mushrooms in enough boiling water to cover about 15 minutes or until soft. Drain, discarding liquid. Squeeze mushrooms to remove additional liquid; finely chop mushrooms.

Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, cook fresh mushrooms in hot oil over medium-high heat about 5 minutes or until liquid is evaporated. Add porcini mushrooms, parsley, and garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

In a medium bowl, combine egg yolk, ricotta cheese, and mushroom mixture. Cover and chill until needed.