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Ravioli Casserole

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Ravioli Casserole is a cheesy, comforting baked pasta dish made with layers of frozen or fresh ravioli, rich marinara sauce, savory meat, and melty cheese. It delivers all the flavor of lasagna with half the effort.

Ingredients

  1. 1 (25 oz) package frozen or refrigerated ravioli (cheese or meat-filled)
  2. 3 cups marinara or pasta sauce
  3. 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage (optional)
  4. 1 small onion, diced
  5. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  6. 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  7. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  8. 1 cup ricotta cheese (optional)
  9. 1 tbsp olive oil
  10. 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  11. 1/2 tsp salt
  12. 1/4 tsp black pepper
  13. Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  2. Add ground beef or sausage (if using) and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Add a layer of ravioli (no need to pre-cook). Spoon more sauce over the ravioli and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan. Add dollops of ricotta if using.
  6. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with sauce and cheese on top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
  8. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • No need to thaw frozen ravioli; they will cook in the oven.
  • Swap in Alfredo sauce for a creamy variation.
  • Add extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms between layers for added nutrition.
  • Use spicy sausage for more heat and flavor depth.
  • Can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated before baking.

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