Vegan Italian Bolognese Ravioli

"We don’t necessarily buy into the notion that the strength of plant-based fare should be judged solely by how well it replicates the experience of eating something made with dairy or meat. However, when you happen upon a vegan version of an entrée that could genuinely be mistaken for its animal-derived counterpart, even we have to admit: that’s something special. And indeed, Trader Joe’s Italian Vegan Bolognese Ravioli are something special! Each one is filled with a rich and hearty Bolognese-style tomato sauce, with just the right ratio of mushrooms and lentils mixed in to evoke the same toothsome texture and savory, umami flavor you’d find from a meat-based Bolognese. Like our other fresh ravioli, these Vegan Bolognese Ravioli take only a few minutes in boiling water before they’re perfectly al dente, making them an effortless entrée option for a busy weeknight dinner. While we find that they’re delicious enough with just a splash of olive oil and a sprinkling of chili flakes, they take well to pairing with red sauces, too. If you really wish to bump up the Bolognese factor, while still keeping your plate totally plant-based, you can even serve them with our very own Vegan Bolognese Style Pasta Sauce."