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Beef with Cheesy Ravioli

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Beef with Cheesy Ravioli is a hearty, comforting dish featuring rich ground beef tomato sauce, cheese-filled ravioli, and a golden melted cheese topping—an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner full of flavour.

Ingredients

  • 500 g cheese-filled ravioli (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 500 g lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or dried oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • 1 can (400 g) crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and lightly grease a baking dish if not using an oven-safe skillet.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes and simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the ravioli according to package directions until just al dente. Drain well.
  6. Add ravioli to the beef-tomato sauce and gently mix to coat evenly. Transfer mixture to a baking dish if needed.
  7. Top with shredded mozzarella, then sprinkle grated Parmesan evenly over the top.
  8. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until cheese is melted, golden, and bubbling. Broil for 1–2 minutes if you want extra browning.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Use meat- or spinach-filled ravioli for variation.
  • Add vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach for a heartier sauce.
  • For extra cheesiness, mix some mozzarella into the sauce before baking.
  • To make it spicier, add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven for best texture.

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