Ravioli Casserole
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this hearty Ravioli Casserole, a simple yet satisfying dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Featuring layers of tender cheese-filled ravioli, rich marinara meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey melted mozzarella, this baked casserole offers all the decadence of homemade lasagna with just a fraction of the effort. With fragrant notes of garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning infused throughout, each bite is brimming with savory goodness. Ready in just about an hour, this casserole is a time-saving twist on a classic pasta dish, while still delivering bold, irresistible flavor. Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve with garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a complete meal everyone will love. Perfect for meal preps, potlucks, or leftovers the next day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 ounces Frozen cheese ravioli
- 24 ounces Marinara sauce
- 16 ounces Ground beef
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 16 ounces Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 ounces Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or olive oil.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Stir the marinara sauce into the cooked beef mixture, then season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Layer half of the frozen cheese ravioli over the sauce, followed by half of the ricotta cheese (dollop it with a spoon), half of the mozzarella cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
Repeat the layering process: meat sauce, ravioli, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, until all ingredients are used. Make sure to finish with a generous layer of shredded mozzarella on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optional: Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 307.7 g | 394% | |
| Saturated Fat | 154.0 g | 770% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1046 mg | 349% | |
| Sodium | 10287 mg | 447% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.1 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 328.9 g | 658% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6231 mg | 479% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2523 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
