Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli

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Handmade pasta filled with sweet crab meat and served with a garlic butter sauce, celebrating Maryland's iconic blue crab. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 75 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, large eggs, (fresh or thawed) blue crab meat for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 60 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: On a clean surface, mound flour and make a well in the center. Crack eggs into the well, then gradually add flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic and let rest 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine crab meat, cream, Parmesan, garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Roll out dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 3-inch rounds. Place 1 tbsp crab mixture in the center of each round, then fold in half and press edges to seal. Repeat.
  4. Step 4: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes until floating. Drain.
  5. Step 5: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in chives, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and remaining 1/4 tsp pepper. Add cooked ravioli and toss to coat evenly.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (60 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli?

Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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