Ravioli Casserole with Meat Sauce
Recipe by:With frozen ravioli and a rich, homemade-style meat sauce, this baked ravioli casserole delivers big, cozy flavor without extra work. Perfect for busy nights when you still want something special.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (455 grams) ground beef
- 1 (70 grams) small yellow onion diced
- 2-3 (2-3) garlic cloves minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 tablespoon (5 grams) Italian seasoning
- 24 ounces (680 grams) marinara sauce
- 1 pound (455 grams) frozen ravioli
- 2 cups (224 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup (75 grams) grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 5–7 minutes. Add the minced garlic cloves and Italian seasoning and cook for 1 minute more. Stir in marinara sauce and remove from heat.1 pound ground beef, 1 small yellow onion, 2-3 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 24 ounces marinara sauce
- Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of the baking dish. Layer with half of the frozen ravioli, half of the remaining sauce, and half of the mozzarella. Repeat the layers, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.1 pound frozen ravioli, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil sprayed with nonstick spray (to prevent the cheese from sticking). Bake covered for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Storage:
Let the casserole cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave in 45-second intervals or warm the whole dish in a 350°F (177°C) oven, covered with foil, until heated through.Make Ahead
You can assemble the casserole a day in advance. Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate. When ready to bake, remove it from the fridge while the oven preheats, then bake as directed, adding 5-10 extra minutes if it’s still cold in the center.Recipe Variations
- Meatless: For a vegetarian version, skip the ground beef and layer the frozen ravioli with sauce and cheese.
- Choose Your Ravioli: Use your favorite ravioli filling. 5 cheese is always a hit, but sausage, chicken, beef, spinach, and other blends all work well and can give the casserole a unique twist each time.
- Add Ricotta: For a lasagna-style twist, stir together 1 cup ricotta, 1 beaten egg, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Spread it between the ravioli layers.
- Add Veggies: Sauté chopped zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach with the beef and onion for added flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 588kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 1508mg | Potassium: 672mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 866IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 358mg | Iron: 11mg
The nutritional facts provided are only estimates. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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