Description
If you love quick dinners that deliver big on flavor, this *Easy Baked Ravioli Casserole* will win you over. With layers of cheesy ravioli, creamy ricotta, rich marinara sauce, and melty mozzarella, it’s the ultimate weeknight comfort food. This dish is a time-saving hero using frozen ravioli and store-bought sauce—perfect for busy families or beginner cooks looking for an easy recipe. Whether you're planning dinner ideas for the week or need a satisfying meal on short notice, this baked casserole delivers every single time. It’s one of the best food ideas when you need something fast, cheesy, and hearty.
Ingredients
24 oz frozen cheese ravioli
3 cups marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce across the bottom of the dish.
3. Place a single layer of frozen ravioli over the sauce.
4. Add dollops of ricotta cheese and sprinkle mozzarella over the ravioli.
5. Repeat the layers: sauce, ravioli, ricotta, and mozzarella, finishing with sauce and mozzarella on top.
6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning over the top layer.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Uncover and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly.
9. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Notes
Use plenty of sauce to keep the ravioli moist while baking.
Let the casserole rest before cutting for clean, easy slices.
Add sautéed vegetables or cooked protein between layers for a twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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