Ravioli with Yogurt, Mint, and Smoked Paprika Oil

This recipe caught my eye while browsing through my blogs over the summer and I couldn't resist trying it. I don't usually go for pastas with little more than a dollop of yogurt for a topping, but this stuck out as being extra unique, or perhaps it was the smoked paprika that reeled me in - I LOVE that stuff. It goes with anything, I tell ya!

Anyway, this is a great, almost-no-cook, quick weeknight dish that was perfect for summer (oops, sorry) but would also be great on these still-warmish autumn days. It's ridiculously simple to throw together.

Ravioli with Yogurt, Mint, and Smoked Paprika Oil

adapted from Serious Eats

1 lb ravioli or tortellini

1/3 cup olive oil

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 garlic clove, minced

1 cup Greek yogurt, room temperature

salt and freshly ground black pepper (as usual!)

1/3 cup mint leaves, roughly torn

Cook ravioli/tortellini to package directions.

Meanwhile, whisk together 1/4 cup of the oil, paprika, and garlic together. Mix the rest of the oil with the yogurt and season with salt and pepper.

To serve, plate the ravioli/tortellini, top with a few dollops of yogurt, a scattering of mint leaves, and a good drizzle of smoked paprika oil. Serve with extra yogurt and oil to taste.