Ravioli Lasagna Bake

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This dish proves that weeknight dinners can feel just as comforting and celebratory as Sunday suppers. Think of all the gooey, cheesy layers of classic lasagna—without the hassle of boiling noodles or spending hours in the kitchen. The secret? Store-bought ravioli, which doubles as pasta and creamy filling. The result is a bubbling, golden bake that tastes slow-simmered but comes together in minutes.

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📝 Ingredients

Ingredient Amount Notes
Olive oil 1 tablespoon
Ground beef or Italian sausage 1 pound
Onion 1 small diced
Garlic 3 cloves minced
Marinara sauce 24 ounces jar
Crushed tomatoes 14 ounces can
Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon
Salt & black pepper to taste
Cheese ravioli 2 packages (25 oz each) frozen, do not thaw
Mozzarella cheese 2 cups shredded
Ricotta cheese 1 cup optional, for extra creaminess
Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup grated
Fresh parsley 2 tablespoons chopped, for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Meat Sauce

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add ground beef and onion; cook until beef is browned and onion softened (6–8 minutes).
  • Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

Step 2: Add the Sauce

  • Pour in marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, and Italian seasoning.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Simmer for 5–7 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 3: Assemble the Bake

  • Spread 1 cup of sauce mixture on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Layer half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce.
  • Top with half of the remaining sauce, dollops of ricotta (if using), and half of the mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Repeat with remaining ravioli, sauce, ricotta, and cheeses.

Step 4: Bake

  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 5: Serve

  • Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley.

✨ A clever shortcut with big flavor—this Ravioli Lasagna Bake is comfort food made easy.

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