Key Takeaway
ALDI’s fan-favorite Priano Pumpkin and Sage Ravioli has officially returned for fall. The seasonal pasta—priced around $3.69—is beloved for its balance of sweet pumpkin, earthy sage, and creamy cheeses, making it a cozy, affordable meal option.
Shoppers rave about its flavor and versatility. The ravioli can be enjoyed simply with olive oil and Parmesan or elevated with toppings like brown butter, walnuts, or crispy sage—and fans even freeze extra packages to enjoy year-round.
It’s an easy, quick-cooking fall dinner staple. Ready in just four minutes, this pasta is perfect for busy weeknights and can be served in creative ways—from tossed in soup to baked in lasagna or air-fried as a crispy appetizer.
Now that fall is in full swing, I’m constantly in search of grocery finds that can help me get cozy, comforting meals on the table in minutes. And while I’ll never turn up my nose at a well-seasoned rotisserie chicken or even the occasional frozen entree, I have a new fall dinner MVP that I simply can’t get enough of: ALDI’s Priano Pumpkin and Sage Ravioli.
When it comes to pasta, I tend to prefer a bowl of noodles over a filled pasta, and a pumpkin filling was definitely something I wasn’t expecting to enjoy, but after a friend insisted the Priano Pumpkin and Sage Ravioli is more than worth it, I finally caved and grabbed some on my most recent ALDI trip. The fall find, which reappeared on store shelves earlier this month, retails for around $3.69 per container, making it an affordable and relatively healthy weeknight meal option when I’m low on time.
Right off the bat I was impressed by the amount of ravioli in each package, as well as the restaurant-quality red and orange streaks on each individual piece of pasta. As far as autumnal meals go, this one was ticking off all the right boxes. Plus, the package promises the pasta cooks in 4 minutes, giving me just enough time to grab a plate, pour a glass of wine, and grate some Parmesan cheese.
My main concern with this easy dinner was that I was going to find it too sweet, but after taking just one bite, I realized why this pasta is one of ALDI’s best fall items. Yes, the pumpkin filling is sweet, but it’s wonderfully balanced by earthy sage and a combination of Parmesan and ricotta cheeses, which also comprise the hearty filling. To make my bowl of ravioli even more delicious, I drizzled it with some high-quality olive oil, seasoned it with a few grinds of fresh black pepper, and topped it with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Unsurprisingly, I’m far from the only ALDI shopper who finds the Priano Pumpkin and Sage Ravioli downright delicious. In fact, there are several Reddit threads dedicated to just how good this pasta (and the similar Priano Butternut Squash Ravioli) is. “I tried the pumpkin ravioli, and it was delicious,” one Reddit user declared. Another ALDI shopper who tried both ravioli varieties shared: “My favorite! I buy enough for all year long and freeze. For a topping I use asparagus sautéed in butter, tossed with walnuts, grated parm, and lemon juice! Delicious.”
How to Serve ALDI’s Pumpkin and Sage Ravioli
If you’re looking for ways to serve ALDI’s Priano Pumpkin and Sage Ravioli (or the butternut squash version), you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that these pastas are very versatile. Here are a few serving suggestions:
With a brown butter sauce and grated Parmesan cheese: When I prepare this ravioli at home, I usually just top it with olive oil and Parmesan cheese, but if you have a few extra minutes, go ahead and brown some butter in a pan and use that instead of (or in addition to) the olive oil. Feel free to also throw in some chopped, roasted walnuts, crispy sage, pancetta, and anything else you think sounds good.
Added to a bowl of soup: Bulk up your favorite fall soup (such as pumpkin soup, squash soup, or even tomato soup) by adding some cooked ravioli to the bowl. The flavors blend together well, and this is a great way to stretch your soup even further.
Baked in a lasagna: Skip the lasagna sheets and layer ravioli in your go-to lasagna recipe instead. It pairs particularly well with spinach, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, such as alfredo.
Air-fried and crispy: For an appetizer that’s bound to wow a crowd, dredge each ravioli in an egg wash and breadcrumbs, and pop ‘em in the air fryer until they’re golden brown. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve with vodka sauce for dipping, if desired.
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