Fried Ravioli With Triple Tomato Dipping Sauce

mommyoffour's Note:

Oh yum. I loved this appie the first time I tried it. The dipping sauce is the key. This rich tomato flavor is wonderful. This will have your guests smiling from ear to ear.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 40

• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 cup tomato , finely chopped
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil with herbs , finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 4 cups oil , for deep frying
• 25 ounces frozen small cheese ravioli , thawed
• 2 tablespoons green onions , chopped

Directions:

1. In medium saucepan, combine tomato sauce, fresh tomato, sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning; mix well.
2. Simmer over medium low heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
3. Meanwhile, heat oil in large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat to 375.
4. Pat ravioli dry.
5. Fry ravioli, about 6 at a time, for 1 to 3 minutes or until golden and crisp, turning once.
6. Drain on paper towels.
7. Pour sauce into serving bowl; sprinkle with green onions.
8. Serve warm ravioli with warm dipping sauce.